Mallikpur Village - Singur, Hooghly
Mallikpur is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.2 km from Singur. Singur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallikpur is 325502. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.81 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Sheoraphuli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mallikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mallikpur
As per Census 2011, Mallikpur village has a total population of 1,393 people, consisting of 712 males and 681 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,115 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mallikpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,393 | 712 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 44 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 169 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 614 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 98 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Mallikpur
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purushottompur | East | 0.94 km |
| Jamirberia | North | 0.96 km |
| Singur (ct) | West | 1.66 km |
| Ghanashyampur | South | 1.68 km |
| Bhandardaha | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Athalia | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Khordaapurbapur | North | 2.09 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 2.26 km |
| Dansi | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Telipukur | South-East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mallikpur
Mallikpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheoraphuli to Mallikpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 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 Mallikpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mallikpur
Where is Mallikpur located?
Mallikpur village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallikpur is Singur-ii.
What is the pincode of Mallikpur?
The pincode of Mallikpur is 712409.
What is the population of Mallikpur?
Mallikpur has a total population of 1,393, including 712 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Mallikpur?
There are 312 households in Mallikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mallikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallikpur is 80.04%. Male literacy is 86.24% and female literacy is 73.57%.