Mahishghat
About Mahishghat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mahishghat village is 334971. Mahishghat village is located in Jaynagar Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 0.5km away from sub-district headquarter Jaynagar (tehsildar office) and 36.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mayda is the gram panchayat of Mahishghat village.
The total geographical area of village is 136.84 hectares. Mahishghat has a total population of 2,127 peoples, out of which male population is 1,064 while female population is 1,063. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 999 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mahishghat village is 59.94% out of which 65.32% males and 54.56% females are literate. There are about 451 houses in mahishghat village. Pincode of mahishghat village locality is 743337.
When it comes to administration, Mahishghat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mahishghat village comes under Joynagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency. Jaynagar is nearest town to mahishghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Mahishghat
The population details of Mahishghat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127 | 1,064 | 1,063 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 825 | 422 | 403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,275 | 695 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 369 | 483 |
Connectivity of Mahishghat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishghat
Where is Mahishghat located?
Mahishghat village is situated in Jaynagar Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahishghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahishghat is Mayda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahishghat?
The pincode of Mahishghat is 743337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahishghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishghat is 2,127, with 1,064 males and 1,063 females.
How many households are there in Mahishghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahishghat village has a total of 451 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahishghat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishghat is 59.94%. The male literacy rate is 65.32%, while the female literacy rate is 54.56%.