Mahendraganj - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Mahendraganj is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.7 km from Rudranagar and around 94.5 km from Alipore. Dhaspara Sumatinagar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahendraganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahendraganj is 335251. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.42 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Mahendraganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahendraganj
As per Census 2011, Mahendraganj village has a total population of 4,559 people, consisting of 2,369 males and 2,190 females. The village has 889 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,584 literate and 975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahendraganj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,559 | 2,369 | 2,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 258 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,486 | 783 | 703 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,584 | 1,963 | 1,621 |
| Illiterate Population | 975 | 406 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Mahendraganj
Mahendraganj 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 Mahendraganj
Public transport in the Mahendraganj is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mahendraganj is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mahendraganj is about 94.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahendraganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahendraganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahendraganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahendraganj 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahendraganj
Where is Mahendraganj located?
Mahendraganj village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahendraganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahendraganj is Dhaspara Sumatinagar-i.
What is the pincode of Mahendraganj?
The pincode of Mahendraganj is 743373.
What is the population of Mahendraganj?
Mahendraganj has a total population of 4,559, including 2,369 males and 2,190 females.
How many households are there in Mahendraganj?
There are 889 households in Mahendraganj.
What is the literacy rate in Mahendraganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahendraganj is 78.61%. Male literacy is 82.86% and female literacy is 74.02%.