Maheshpur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Piyali and around 28.4 km from Alipore. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 333925. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.25 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshpur
As per Census 2011, Maheshpur village has a total population of 931 people, consisting of 486 males and 445 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 702 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 913 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 931 | 486 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 913 | 480 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 405 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 81 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Maheshpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Maheshpur
Maheshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Maheshpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Maheshpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Maheshpur is about 28.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Maheshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maheshpur
Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 700144.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur has a total population of 931, including 486 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
There are 209 households in Maheshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur is 75.40%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 66.74%.