Mogalpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Mogalpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from Polba and around 23.3 km from Chinsura. Dadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mogalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mogalpur is 325221. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.57 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chunchura. is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mogalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mogalpur
As per Census 2011, Mogalpur village has a total population of 524 people, consisting of 265 males and 259 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 191 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mogalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 265 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 86 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 203 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 62 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Mogalpur
Mogalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sekendarpur | West | 0.94 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Kharsat | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Nabagram | North | 1.27 km |
| Puinan | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Kantul | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Rasulpur | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Nagpal | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Purbasikta | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Durgadaspur | North | 1.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mogalpur
Mogalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belmuri, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunchura. to Mogalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Mogalpur is about 23.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mogalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mogalpur 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 Mogalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mogalpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mogalpur
Where is Mogalpur located?
Mogalpur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mogalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mogalpur is Dadpur.
What is the pincode of Mogalpur?
The pincode of Mogalpur is 712305.
What is the population of Mogalpur?
Mogalpur has a total population of 524, including 265 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Mogalpur?
There are 129 households in Mogalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mogalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mogalpur is 71.18%. Male literacy is 76.60% and female literacy is 65.64%.