Hialapur - Habibpur, Malda
Hialapur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.8 km from Habibpur and around 22.1 km from English Bazar. Kanturka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hialapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hialapur is 313115. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.8900000000003 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Hialapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hialapur
As per Census 2011, Hialapur village has a total population of 512 people, consisting of 252 males and 260 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 268 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hialapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 252 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 198 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 159 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 93 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Hialapur
Hialapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhuchail | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Sripur | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Harail | East | 1.09 km |
| Muraripur | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Chak Katla Pukur | South | 1.35 km |
| Kanturka | East | 1.42 km |
| Habibpur | West | 1.67 km |
| Gobindapur | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Tekura | South | 1.94 km |
| Kashi Pahara | South-East | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hialapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Hialapur. The nearest railway station is Old Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Hialapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Hialapur is about 22.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hialapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hialapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hialapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hialapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hialapur
Where is Hialapur located?
Hialapur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hialapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hialapur is Kanturka.
What is the pincode of Hialapur?
The pincode of Hialapur is 732122.
What is the population of Hialapur?
Hialapur has a total population of 512, including 252 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Hialapur?
There are 130 households in Hialapur.
What is the literacy rate in Hialapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hialapur is 52.34%. Male literacy is 63.10% and female literacy is 41.92%.