Moloi - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Moloi is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Petbindhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moloi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moloi is 340597. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.01 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Moloi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moloi
As per Census 2011, Moloi village has a total population of 394 people, consisting of 206 males and 188 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moloi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 206 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 111 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 150 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 56 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Moloi
Moloi 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 Moloi
Moloi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Moloi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moloi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moloi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Moloi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moloi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moloi
Where is Moloi located?
Moloi village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moloi?
The Gram Panchayat of Moloi is Petbindhi.
What is the pincode of Moloi?
The pincode of Moloi is 721506.
What is the population of Moloi?
Moloi has a total population of 394, including 206 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Moloi?
There are 83 households in Moloi.
What is the literacy rate in Moloi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moloi is 67.51%. Male literacy is 72.82% and female literacy is 61.70%.