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.
Here you can discover what makes Mahashunda unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Mahashunda’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Mahashunda has a total population of about 1,891, with approximately 948 males and 943 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 233 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 429 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.06%, with male literacy at about 63.29% and female literacy near 52.81%. There are around 419 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahashunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.