Purbba Mallikpur Village - Haripal, Hooghly
Purbba Mallikpur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Khamar Chandi and around 34.8 km from Chinsura. Sripatipurilipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Mallikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Mallikpur is 325430. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.78 hectares and falls under the 712706 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Purbba Mallikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Mallikpur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Mallikpur village has a total population of 1,355 people, consisting of 655 males and 700 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 972 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Mallikpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 655 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 84 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 58 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 488 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 167 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Mallikpur
Purbba Mallikpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ilipur | East | 1.12 km |
| Jot Radhaballabh | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Anantapur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Sandhipur | South | 1.42 km |
| Kashipur | West | 1.57 km |
| Chak Tajpur | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Prasadpur | North | 1.83 km |
| Ramchandrapur | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Kulpai | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Hazipur | South-West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Mallikpur
Purbba Mallikpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nalikul, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Haripal to Purbba Mallikpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purbba Mallikpur is about 34.8 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 Purbba Mallikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Mallikpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Mallikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Mallikpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purbba Mallikpur
Where is Purbba Mallikpur located?
Purbba Mallikpur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Mallikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Mallikpur is Sripatipurilipur.
What is the pincode of Purbba Mallikpur?
The pincode of Purbba Mallikpur is 712706.
What is the population of Purbba Mallikpur?
Purbba Mallikpur has a total population of 1,355, including 655 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Mallikpur?
There are 273 households in Purbba Mallikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Mallikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Mallikpur is 71.73%. Male literacy is 74.50% and female literacy is 69.14%.