Maheshpur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.5 km from Ramganga and around 106 km from Alipore. Laksmijanardanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 335386. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.6 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maheshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village had a total population of 2,274 people, including 1,156 males and 1,118 females, living in 536 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.40%, with male literacy at 93.92% and female literacy at 84.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 2,274 | 1,156 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,796 | 958 | 838 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 198 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Maheshpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kedarpur | North | 1.42 km |
| Kumarpur | South | 1.65 km |
| Gayadham | West | 2.27 km |
| Purba Chintamonipur | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Indraprastha | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Biswanathpur | West | 3.24 km |
| Ramnagar Abad | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Bishnupur | South | 3.41 km |
| Heramba Gopalpur | East | 3.65 km |
| Purba Dwarokapur | North-East | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maheshpur
Maheshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ukilerhat Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Maheshpur is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Maheshpur is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maheshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Maheshpur
Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Laksmijanardanpur.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 743371.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur had a total population of 2,274, including 1,156 males and 1,118 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
Maheshpur had 536 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur was 89.40%. Male literacy was 93.92% and female literacy was 84.73%.