Mollaber - Santipur, Nadia
Mollaber is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Babla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mollaber village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mollaber is 321949. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.3 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mollaber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mollaber
As per Census 2011, Mollaber village has a total population of 764 people, consisting of 390 males and 374 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mollaber are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 764 | 390 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 597 | 317 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 73 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Mollaber
Mollaber 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurpur | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Arbalda | East | 1.18 km |
| Kanakhola | West | 1.32 km |
| Bathna | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Bansdob | North | 2.00 km |
| Chhotajiakur | North | 2.05 km |
| Kadampur | South | 2.15 km |
| Barajiakur | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Palasgachhi | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Chhota Ranaghat (p) | South-West | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mollaber
Public transport in the Mollaber is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bathna Krittibas Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Mollaber is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Mollaber is about 21 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 Mollaber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mollaber 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 Mollaber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mollaber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mollaber
Where is Mollaber located?
Mollaber village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mollaber?
The Gram Panchayat of Mollaber is Babla.
What is the pincode of Mollaber?
The pincode of Mollaber is 741404.
What is the population of Mollaber?
Mollaber has a total population of 764, including 390 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Mollaber?
There are 186 households in Mollaber.
What is the literacy rate in Mollaber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mollaber is 78.14%. Male literacy is 81.28% and female literacy is 74.87%.