Makhlispur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Makhlispur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 80.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Nandigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makhlispur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhlispur is 316080. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.86 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Makhlispur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makhlispur
As per Census 2011, Makhlispur village has a total population of 6,373 people, consisting of 3,223 males and 3,150 females. The village has 1,514 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,011 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,528 literate and 3,845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makhlispur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,373 | 3,223 | 3,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,011 | 517 | 494 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 2,528 | 1,343 | 1,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,845 | 1,880 | 1,965 |
Nearby Villages of Makhlispur
Makhlispur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatepur | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Sanfua | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Kumadol | North | 2.51 km |
| Bhadiswar | West | 2.63 km |
| Kathia | North | 2.80 km |
| Kestara | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Ruprampur | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Paikar | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Dhitora | West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makhlispur
Makhlispur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murarai, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jangipur to Makhlispur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Makhlispur is about 80.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhlispur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhlispur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makhlispur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhlispur 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 Makhlispur
Where is Makhlispur located?
Makhlispur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makhlispur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makhlispur is Nandigram.
What is the pincode of Makhlispur?
The pincode of Makhlispur is 731221.
What is the population of Makhlispur?
Makhlispur has a total population of 6,373, including 3,223 males and 3,150 females.
How many households are there in Makhlispur?
There are 1,514 households in Makhlispur.
What is the literacy rate in Makhlispur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhlispur is 39.67%. Male literacy is 41.67% and female literacy is 37.62%.