Maheswara
Maheswara is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 31.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Yearpur is the gram panchayat of Maheswara village.
Here you can discover what makes Maheswara unique in its vibrant Magrahat I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Maheswara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maheswara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheswara is 334122. The village spans a total geographical area of 121 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743609. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Maheswara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Maheswara
Population of Maheswara
According to the 2011 Census, Maheswara has a total population of about 2,966, with approximately 1,539 males and 1,427 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 404 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,303 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.90%, with male literacy at about 74.98% and female literacy near 60.27%. There are around 671 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maheswara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,966 | 1,539 | 1,427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 215 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,303 | 675 | 628 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,014 | 1,154 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 385 | 567 |
Connectivity of Maheswara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheswara. As per the 2011 stats, Maheswara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maheswara
Knowing the nearby villages of Maheswara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheswara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheswara
- Where is Maheswara located?
- Maheswara village is situated in Magrahat I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheswara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheswara is Yearpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maheswara?
- The pincode of Maheswara is 743609, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maheswara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheswara is 2,966, with 1,539 males and 1,427 females.
- How many households are there in Maheswara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheswara village has a total of 671 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheswara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheswara is 67.90%. The male literacy rate is 74.98%, while the female literacy rate is 60.27%.