Maheswarpur - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Maheswarpur is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.7 km from Dongaria and around 25.7 km from Alipore. South Bawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheswarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheswarpur is 333332. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.41 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Bawali is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Maheswarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budge budge Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheswarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheswarpur village had a total population of 1,641 people, including 833 males and 808 females, living in 413 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.07%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 85.12%.
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 | 1,641 | 833 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,329 | 700 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 133 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Maheswarpur
Maheswarpur 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 Maheswarpur
Maheswarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bawali to Maheswarpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Maheswarpur is about 25.7 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 Maheswarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheswarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maheswarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheswarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maheswarpur
Where is Maheswarpur located?
Maheswarpur village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheswarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheswarpur is South Bawali.
What is the pincode of Maheswarpur?
The pincode of Maheswarpur is 743318.
What is the population of Maheswarpur?
Maheswarpur had a total population of 1,641, including 833 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Maheswarpur?
Maheswarpur had 413 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheswarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheswarpur was 88.07%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 85.12%.