Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.6km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 28.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kalyanpur is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.
Maheshpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Maheshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshpur is 333925. The village spans a total geographical area of 71.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743610. Baruipur is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Maheshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Maheshpur
Population of Maheshpur
Below is a concise population overview of Maheshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 931 | 486 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 913 | 480 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 405 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 81 | 148 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshpur village:
- The total population of Maheshpur village is around 931, including approximately 486 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maheshpur village has 913 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 75.40%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 66.74%.
- There are around 209 households in Maheshpur village.
Connectivity of Maheshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Maheshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Maheshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur
- Where is Maheshpur located?
- Maheshpur village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Kalyanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
- The pincode of Maheshpur is 743610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshpur is 931, with 486 males and 445 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 209 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 75.40%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 66.74%.