Majherhat - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Majherhat is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Dongaria and around 22.8 km from Alipore. Naskarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majherhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majherhat is 333371. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.5 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Majherhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majherhat
According to the 2011 Census, Majherhat village had a total population of 2,123 people, including 1,083 males and 1,040 females, living in 440 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 84.82% and female literacy at 73.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 2,123 | 1,083 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 141 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,450 | 799 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 284 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Majherhat
Majherhat 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 Majherhat
Majherhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Majherhat.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dakshin Raipur to Majherhat is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Majherhat is about 22.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majherhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majherhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Majherhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majherhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Majherhat
Where is Majherhat located?
Majherhat village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majherhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Majherhat is Naskarpur.
What is the pincode of Majherhat?
The pincode of Majherhat is 743318.
What is the population of Majherhat?
Majherhat had a total population of 2,123, including 1,083 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Majherhat?
Majherhat had 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majherhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majherhat was 79.41%. Male literacy was 84.82% and female literacy was 73.64%.