Mahespur

Mahespur is a village located in Basanti subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sonakhali (tehsildar office) and 71.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Bharatgarh is the gram panchayat of Mahespur village.

Mahespur 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 Mahespur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahespur is 335096. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743312. Canning is nearest town to Mahespur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mahespur 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 Basanti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mahespur

Below is a concise population overview of Mahespur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,129 1,096 1,033
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 276 147 129
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,054 535 519
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 56 29 27
Literate Population 1,455 792 663
Illiterate Population 674 304 370

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahespur village:

  • The total population of Mahespur village is around 2,129, including approximately 1,096 males and 1,033 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 276 children aged 0–6 years in Mahespur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahespur village has 1,054 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 56 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mahespur village is about 68.34%, with male literacy at 72.26% and female literacy at 64.18%.
  • There are around 496 households in Mahespur village.

Connectivity of Mahespur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahespur. As per the 2011 stats, Mahespur 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahespur

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahespur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahespur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahespur

Where is Mahespur located?
Mahespur village is situated in Basanti Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahespur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahespur is Bharatgarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahespur?
The pincode of Mahespur is 743312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahespur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahespur is 2,129, with 1,096 males and 1,033 females.
How many households are there in Mahespur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahespur village has a total of 496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahespur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahespur is 68.34%. The male literacy rate is 72.26%, while the female literacy rate is 64.18%.