Mahammadpur - Chanchal - II, Malda
Mahammadpur is a village situated in the Chanchal - II subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.2 km from Malatipur and around 59.1 km from English Bazar. Bhakri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahammadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahammadpur is 312308. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.9 hectares and falls under the 732139 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Mahammadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahammadpur
As per Census 2011, Mahammadpur village has a total population of 2,993 people, consisting of 1,539 males and 1,454 females. The village has 682 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,821 literate and 1,172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahammadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,993 | 1,539 | 1,454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 185 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,821 | 970 | 851 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,172 | 569 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Mahammadpur
Mahammadpur 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 Mahammadpur
Mahammadpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahammadpur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Mahammadpur is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Mahammadpur is about 59.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahammadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahammadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahammadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahammadpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahammadpur
Where is Mahammadpur located?
Mahammadpur village is located in Chanchal - II Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahammadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahammadpur is Bhakri.
What is the pincode of Mahammadpur?
The pincode of Mahammadpur is 732139.
What is the population of Mahammadpur?
Mahammadpur has a total population of 2,993, including 1,539 males and 1,454 females.
How many households are there in Mahammadpur?
There are 682 households in Mahammadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahammadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahammadpur is 60.84%. Male literacy is 63.03% and female literacy is 58.53%.