Majherhat

Majherhat is a village located in Budge Budge Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.4km away from sub-district headquarter Dongaria (tehsildar office) and 22.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Naskarpur is the gram panchayat of Majherhat village.

Majherhat 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 Majherhat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Majherhat is 333371. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743377. Dakshin Raipur is nearest town to Majherhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Majherhat 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 Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour 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 Majherhat

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,123 1,083 1,040
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 297 141 156
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 1 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,450 799 651
Illiterate Population 673 284 389

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

  • The total population of Majherhat village is around 2,123, including approximately 1,083 males and 1,040 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 297 children aged 0–6 years in Majherhat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Majherhat village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Majherhat village is about 68.30%, with male literacy at 73.78% and female literacy at 62.60%.
  • There are around 440 households in Majherhat village.

Connectivity of Majherhat

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

Nearby Villages of Majherhat

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

Kamra Brindabanpur Sahebanumedpur Mahamayapur Chak Himmatkhan Aripara Chaulkhola Laskarpur Itali Satsa Dakshin Ramchandrapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Majherhat

Where is Majherhat located?
Majherhat village is situated in Budge Budge Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majherhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Majherhat is Naskarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Majherhat?
The pincode of Majherhat is 743377, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Majherhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Majherhat is 2,123, with 1,083 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Majherhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Majherhat village has a total of 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majherhat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Majherhat is 68.30%. The male literacy rate is 73.78%, while the female literacy rate is 62.60%.