Moktarpur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Moktarpur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.2 km from Tarakeswar and around 51.4 km from Chinsura. Talpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moktarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moktarpur is 324454. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.83 hectares and falls under the 712401 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Moktarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moktarpur
As per Census 2011, Moktarpur village has a total population of 6,364 people, consisting of 3,273 males and 3,091 females. The village has 1,448 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 570 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,003 literate and 1,361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 944 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moktarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,364 | 3,273 | 3,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 570 | 299 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 944 | 482 | 462 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 5,003 | 2,763 | 2,240 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,361 | 510 | 851 |
Nearby Villages of Moktarpur
Moktarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makrar | North | 1.52 km |
| Pursura | West | 1.64 km |
| Astara | East | 1.86 km |
| Chanpadanga | South | 1.94 km |
| Laskarpur | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Ramnarayanpur | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Ankargaria | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Talpur | North | 2.66 km |
| Sachak | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Jagajibanpur | East | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moktarpur
Moktarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 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 Tarakeswar to Moktarpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Moktarpur is about 51.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moktarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moktarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moktarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moktarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Moktarpur
Where is Moktarpur located?
Moktarpur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moktarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Moktarpur is Talpur.
What is the pincode of Moktarpur?
The pincode of Moktarpur is 712401.
What is the population of Moktarpur?
Moktarpur has a total population of 6,364, including 3,273 males and 3,091 females.
How many households are there in Moktarpur?
There are 1,448 households in Moktarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Moktarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moktarpur is 78.61%. Male literacy is 84.42% and female literacy is 72.47%.