Mahashunda
Mahashunda is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.3km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Mahashunda village. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Mahashunda village.
Mahashunda has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Mahashunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahashunda is 310130. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733128. Raiganj is nearest town to Mahashunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Mahashunda
Population of Mahashunda
Below is a concise population overview of Mahashunda 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 | 1,891 | 948 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 110 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 207 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 600 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 348 | 445 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahashunda village:
- The total population of Mahashunda village is around 1,891, including approximately 948 males and 943 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 233 children aged 0–6 years in Mahashunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahashunda village has 429 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mahashunda village is about 58.06%, with male literacy at 63.29% and female literacy at 52.81%.
- There are around 419 households in Mahashunda village.
Connectivity of Mahashunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahashunda. As per the 2011 stats, Mahashunda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahashunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahashunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahashunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahashunda
- Where is Mahashunda located?
- Mahashunda village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahashunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahashunda is Durgapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahashunda?
- The pincode of Mahashunda is 733128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahashunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahashunda is 1,891, with 948 males and 943 females.
- How many households are there in Mahashunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahashunda village has a total of 419 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahashunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahashunda is 58.06%. The male literacy rate is 63.29%, while the female literacy rate is 52.81%.