Sindur Muchhi - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sindur Muchhi is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Beroil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindur Muchhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindur Muchhi is 310356. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.11 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sindur Muchhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sindur Muchhi
As per Census 2011, Sindur Muchhi village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 217 males and 223 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sindur Muchhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 217 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 216 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 124 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 93 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Sindur Muchhi
Sindur Muchhi 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 Sindur Muchhi
Public transport in the Sindur Muchhi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliaganj to Sindur Muchhi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sindur Muchhi is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sindur Muchhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindur Muchhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sindur Muchhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindur Muchhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sindur Muchhi
Where is Sindur Muchhi located?
Sindur Muchhi village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindur Muchhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindur Muchhi is Beroil.
What is the pincode of Sindur Muchhi?
The pincode of Sindur Muchhi is 733132.
What is the population of Sindur Muchhi?
Sindur Muchhi has a total population of 440, including 217 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Sindur Muchhi?
There are 95 households in Sindur Muchhi.
What is the literacy rate in Sindur Muchhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindur Muchhi is 49.09%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 41.26%.