Mollasimla Village - Singur, Hooghly
Mollasimla is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Singur. Nasibpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mollasimla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mollasimla is 325540. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.78 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Sheorapulli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mollasimla 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 Mollasimla
As per Census 2011, Mollasimla village has a total population of 3,539 people, consisting of 1,778 males and 1,761 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 419 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,452 literate and 1,087 illiterate residents. Additionally, 653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mollasimla are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,539 | 1,778 | 1,761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 205 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 325 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 2,452 | 1,292 | 1,160 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,087 | 486 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Mollasimla
Mollasimla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | West | 0.78 km |
| Dansi | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Rostampur | South | 1.21 km |
| Telipukur | West | 1.57 km |
| Mahammadpur | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Gobindapur | East | 1.75 km |
| Nasibpur (ct) | North | 1.78 km |
| Ramchandrapur | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Haripur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Diara | East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mollasimla
Public transport in the Mollasimla is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nasibpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.5 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheorapulli to Mollasimla 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 Mollasimla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mollasimla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mollasimla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mollasimla 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 Mollasimla
Where is Mollasimla located?
Mollasimla village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mollasimla?
The Gram Panchayat of Mollasimla is Nasibpur.
What is the pincode of Mollasimla?
The pincode of Mollasimla is 712223.
What is the population of Mollasimla?
Mollasimla has a total population of 3,539, including 1,778 males and 1,761 females.
How many households are there in Mollasimla?
There are 763 households in Mollasimla.
What is the literacy rate in Mollasimla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mollasimla is 69.29%. Male literacy is 72.67% and female literacy is 65.87%.