Char Moktappur - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Char Moktappur is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 19.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Natidanga-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Moktappur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Moktappur is 321136. The village covers a total geographical area of 596.11 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Char Moktappur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karimpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Char Moktappur
As per Census 2011, Char Moktappur village has a total population of 5,144 people, consisting of 2,627 males and 2,517 females. The village has 1,358 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,721 literate and 2,423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Char Moktappur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,144 | 2,627 | 2,517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 301 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,721 | 1,366 | 1,355 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,423 | 1,261 | 1,162 |
Nearby Villages of Char Moktappur
Char Moktappur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piarpur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Char Adityapur | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Falia | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Yusufpur | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Pardiar | North | 2.49 km |
| Char Fazilnagar | West | 3.16 km |
| Chandpur | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Natidanga | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Char Madhupur | West | 3.49 km |
| Fazil Nagar | West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Moktappur
Char Moktappur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Beldanga, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Char Moktappur is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Char Moktappur is about 19.4 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 Char Moktappur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Moktappur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Char Moktappur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char Moktappur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Char Moktappur
Where is Char Moktappur located?
Char Moktappur village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char Moktappur?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Moktappur is Natidanga-ii.
What is the pincode of Char Moktappur?
The pincode of Char Moktappur is 741152.
What is the population of Char Moktappur?
Char Moktappur has a total population of 5,144, including 2,627 males and 2,517 females.
How many households are there in Char Moktappur?
There are 1,358 households in Char Moktappur.
What is the literacy rate in Char Moktappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Moktappur is 52.90%. Male literacy is 52.00% and female literacy is 53.83%.