Mulka - Pindra, Varanasi
Mulka is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Patirajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mulka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mulka is 208603. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.53 hectares and falls under the 221208 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mulka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mulka
As per Census 2011, Mulka village has a total population of 371 people, consisting of 161 males and 210 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,304 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mulka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 371 | 161 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 91 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 70 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Mulka
Mulka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mulka
Mulka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Mulka is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Varanasi to Mulka is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mulka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mulka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mulka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mulka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mulka
Where is Mulka located?
Mulka village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mulka?
The Gram Panchayat of Mulka is Patirajpur.
What is the pincode of Mulka?
The pincode of Mulka is 221208.
What is the population of Mulka?
Mulka has a total population of 371, including 161 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Mulka?
There are 59 households in Mulka.
What is the literacy rate in Mulka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mulka is 46.90%. Male literacy is 56.52% and female literacy is 39.52%.