Maitala - Magrahat - II, South 24 Parganas
Maitala is a village situated in the Magrahat - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.3 km from Magrahat and around 40.6 km from Alipore. Magrahat Paschim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maitala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maitala is 334067. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 743355 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Maitala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maitala
As per Census 2011, Maitala village has a total population of 2,179 people, consisting of 1,104 males and 1,075 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,272 literate and 907 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maitala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,179 | 1,104 | 1,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 159 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 1,272 | 671 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 433 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Maitala
Maitala 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 Maitala
Maitala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Maitala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Maitala is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Maitala is about 40.6 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 Maitala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maitala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maitala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maitala 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Maitala
Where is Maitala located?
Maitala village is located in Magrahat - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maitala?
The Gram Panchayat of Maitala is Magrahat Paschim.
What is the pincode of Maitala?
The pincode of Maitala is 743355.
What is the population of Maitala?
Maitala has a total population of 2,179, including 1,104 males and 1,075 females.
How many households are there in Maitala?
There are 400 households in Maitala.
What is the literacy rate in Maitala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maitala is 58.38%. Male literacy is 60.78% and female literacy is 55.91%.