Milki - Singur, Hooghly
Milki is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.9 km from Singur. Balarambati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Milki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Milki is 325508. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.28 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Baidyabati is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Milki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haripal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Milki
As per Census 2011, Milki village has a total population of 1,691 people, consisting of 868 males and 823 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,366 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Milki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,691 | 868 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,366 | 732 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 136 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Milki
Milki 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 Milki
Milki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Milki.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baidyabati to Milki is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Milki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Milki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Milki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Milki 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Milki
Where is Milki located?
Milki village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Milki?
The Gram Panchayat of Milki is Balarambati.
What is the pincode of Milki?
The pincode of Milki is 712409.
What is the population of Milki?
Milki has a total population of 1,691, including 868 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Milki?
There are 305 households in Milki.
What is the literacy rate in Milki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milki is 80.78%. Male literacy is 84.33% and female literacy is 77.04%.