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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Moloi village had a total population of 394 people, including 206 males and 188 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 80.21% and female literacy at 65.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 206 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 111 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 394, including 206 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Moloi?
Moloi had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moloi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moloi was 73.08%. Male literacy was 80.21% and female literacy was 65.54%.