Majlishpur - Jirania, West Tripura
Majlishpur is a village situated in the Jirania subdivision of West Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jirania and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Agartala. Harijoy Chowdhury serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majlishpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majlishpur is 272002. The village covers a total geographical area of 1258.99 hectares and falls under the 799035 pincode. Ranirbazar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Majlishpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Majlishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majlishpur
As per Census 2011, Majlishpur village has a total population of 17,142 people, consisting of 8,887 males and 8,255 females. The village has 4,095 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,718 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,044 literate and 3,098 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,019 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,875 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majlishpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,142 | 8,887 | 8,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,718 | 911 | 807 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,019 | 1,565 | 1,454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,875 | 954 | 921 |
| Literate Population | 14,044 | 7,525 | 6,519 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,098 | 1,362 | 1,736 |
Nearby Villages of Majlishpur
Majlishpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mekhlipara | West | 3.56 km |
| Purba Noagaon | South | 3.87 km |
| Paschim Barjulai | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Bankimnagar | East | 4.01 km |
| Radhamohanpur | South | 4.63 km |
| Dinabandhunagar | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Tulakuna | South-West | 5.34 km |
| Jirania | South-East | 5.79 km |
| Uttar Champamura | West | 5.98 km |
| Ramchandranagar | North | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Majlishpur
Majlishpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jirania, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranirbazar to Majlishpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Majlishpur is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majlishpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majlishpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Majlishpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majlishpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Majlishpur
Where is Majlishpur located?
Majlishpur village is located in Jirania Subdivision, West Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majlishpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Majlishpur is Harijoy Chowdhury.
What is the pincode of Majlishpur?
The pincode of Majlishpur is 799035.
What is the population of Majlishpur?
Majlishpur has a total population of 17,142, including 8,887 males and 8,255 females.
How many households are there in Majlishpur?
There are 4,095 households in Majlishpur.
What is the literacy rate in Majlishpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majlishpur is 81.93%. Male literacy is 84.67% and female literacy is 78.97%.