Pashim Mollapara - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Pashim Mollapara is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 79.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Deul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pashim Mollapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pashim Mollapara is 310342. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.8 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Pashim Mollapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pashim Mollapara
According to the 2011 Census, Pashim Mollapara village had a total population of 1,355 people, including 684 males and 671 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.40%, with male literacy at 88.91% and female literacy at 75.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 684 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 997 | 545 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 139 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Pashim Mollapara
Pashim Mollapara 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 Pashim Mollapara
Public transport in the Pashim Mollapara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliyaganj to Pashim Mollapara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Pashim Mollapara is about 79.4 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 Pashim Mollapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pashim Mollapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pashim Mollapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pashim Mollapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pashim Mollapara
Where is Pashim Mollapara located?
Pashim Mollapara village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pashim Mollapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Pashim Mollapara is Deul.
What is the pincode of Pashim Mollapara?
The pincode of Pashim Mollapara is 733132.
What is the population of Pashim Mollapara?
Pashim Mollapara had a total population of 1,355, including 684 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Pashim Mollapara?
Pashim Mollapara had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pashim Mollapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pashim Mollapara was 82.40%. Male literacy was 88.91% and female literacy was 75.71%.