Mahes Pukuria - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Mahes Pukuria is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.2 km from Gobindapur and around 26.2 km from Alipore. Chandaneswar-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahes Pukuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahes Pukuria is 333634. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.74 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Mahes Pukuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahes Pukuria
According to the 2011 Census, Mahes Pukuria village had a total population of 625 people, including 320 males and 305 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.45%, with male literacy at 78.28% and female literacy at 62.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 420, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 320 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 217 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 227 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 93 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Mahes Pukuria
Mahes Pukuria 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 Mahes Pukuria
Mahes Pukuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Calcutta to Mahes Pukuria is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mahes Pukuria is about 26.2 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 Mahes Pukuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahes Pukuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahes Pukuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahes Pukuria 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahes Pukuria
Where is Mahes Pukuria located?
Mahes Pukuria village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahes Pukuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahes Pukuria is Chandaneswar-ii.
What is the pincode of Mahes Pukuria?
The pincode of Mahes Pukuria is 743502.
What is the population of Mahes Pukuria?
Mahes Pukuria had a total population of 625, including 320 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Mahes Pukuria?
Mahes Pukuria had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahes Pukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahes Pukuria was 70.45%. Male literacy was 78.28% and female literacy was 62.41%.