Purba Maheshpur
Purba Maheshpur is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.8km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Purba Maheshpur village. As per 2009 stats, Rasakhowa Ii is the gram panchayat of Purba Maheshpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Purba Maheshpur unique in its vibrant Karandighi-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Purba Maheshpur’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 Purba Maheshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purba Maheshpur is 309460. The village spans a total geographical area of 388.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733201. Raigunj is nearest town to Purba Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
When it comes to local governance, Purba Maheshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Purba Maheshpur
Population of Purba Maheshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Maheshpur has a total population of about 3,003, with approximately 1,514 males and 1,489 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 590 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 694 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.67%, with male literacy at about 39.10% and female literacy near 28.14%. There are around 557 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purba Maheshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,003 | 1,514 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 300 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 694 | 350 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 592 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,992 | 922 | 1,070 |
Connectivity of Purba Maheshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purba Maheshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Purba Maheshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purba Maheshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Purba Maheshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purba Maheshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purba Maheshpur
- Where is Purba Maheshpur located?
- Purba Maheshpur village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purba Maheshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purba Maheshpur is Rasakhowa Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purba Maheshpur?
- The pincode of Purba Maheshpur is 733201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purba Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purba Maheshpur is 3,003, with 1,514 males and 1,489 females.
- How many households are there in Purba Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purba Maheshpur village has a total of 557 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purba Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purba Maheshpur is 33.67%. The male literacy rate is 39.10%, while the female literacy rate is 28.14%.