Mainan - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Mainan is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Diamond Harbour and around 43.4 km from Alipore. Basuldanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mainan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mainan is 334380. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.9 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mainan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mainan
As per Census 2011, Mainan village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 306 males and 269 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mainan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 306 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 34 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 271 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 252 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 54 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Mainan
Mainan 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 Mainan
Public transport in the Mainan is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Mainan.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Mainan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mainan is about 43.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mainan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mainan 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 Mainan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mainan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mainan
Where is Mainan located?
Mainan village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mainan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mainan is Basuldanga.
What is the pincode of Mainan?
The pincode of Mainan is 743331.
What is the population of Mainan?
Mainan has a total population of 575, including 306 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Mainan?
There are 125 households in Mainan.
What is the literacy rate in Mainan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mainan is 77.57%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 72.12%.