Mayahauri - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Mayahauri is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Jaynagar and around 40.4 km from Alipore. Mayahauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mayahauri is 334975. The village covers a total geographical area of 936.98 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mayahauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mayahauri
As per Census 2011, Mayahauri village has a total population of 19,604 people, consisting of 10,048 males and 9,556 females. The village has 4,053 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,770 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,459 literate and 7,145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13,331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mayahauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,604 | 10,048 | 9,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,770 | 1,416 | 1,354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13,331 | 6,825 | 6,506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 12,459 | 7,143 | 5,316 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,145 | 2,905 | 4,240 |
Nearby Villages of Mayahauri
Mayahauri 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 Mayahauri
Mayahauri 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 Mayahauri.
| 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 Jaynagar to Mayahauri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mayahauri is about 40.4 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 Mayahauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mayahauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mayahauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mayahauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mayahauri
Where is Mayahauri located?
Mayahauri village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mayahauri?
Mayahauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mayahauri?
The pincode of Mayahauri is 743337.
What is the population of Mayahauri?
Mayahauri has a total population of 19,604, including 10,048 males and 9,556 females.
How many households are there in Mayahauri?
There are 4,053 households in Mayahauri.
What is the literacy rate in Mayahauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mayahauri is 63.55%. Male literacy is 71.09% and female literacy is 55.63%.