Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Patharpratima subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.5km away from sub-district headquarter Ramganga (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Srinarayanpur Purnachandrapur 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 335386. The village spans a total geographical area of 340.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743383. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
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 | 2,274 | 1,156 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,796 | 958 | 838 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 198 | 280 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshpur village:
- The total population of Maheshpur village is around 2,274, including approximately 1,156 males and 1,118 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maheshpur village has 85 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 78.98%, with male literacy at 82.87% and female literacy at 74.96%.
- There are around 536 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 10+ 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 Patharpratima 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 Srinarayanpur Purnachandrapur (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 743383, 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 2,274, with 1,156 males and 1,118 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 536 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 78.98%. The male literacy rate is 82.87%, while the female literacy rate is 74.96%.