Mangalpur - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Mangalpur is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 26.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Balijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangalpur is 318153. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.22 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mangalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangalpur
As per Census 2011, Mangalpur village has a total population of 1,289 people, consisting of 662 males and 627 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 874 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 709 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,289 | 662 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 370 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 518 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 144 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Mangalpur
Mangalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Bankati | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Halsat | East | 1.07 km |
| Bhadurpur | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Adampur | North | 1.47 km |
| Kanak | East | 1.64 km |
| Daulatpur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Meje | West | 1.72 km |
| Kumarbundra | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Baljuri | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Chandipur | South | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mangalpur
Mangalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dubrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Mangalpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Mangalpur is about 26.2 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 Mangalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mangalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangalpur
Where is Mangalpur located?
Mangalpur village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangalpur is Balijuri.
What is the pincode of Mangalpur?
The pincode of Mangalpur is 731123.
What is the population of Mangalpur?
Mangalpur has a total population of 1,289, including 662 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Mangalpur?
There are 310 households in Mangalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalpur is 67.80%. Male literacy is 78.25% and female literacy is 56.78%.