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
According to the 2011 Census, Mollaber village had a total population of 764 people, including 390 males and 374 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.40%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 82.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 764 | 390 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 764, including 390 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Mollaber?
Mollaber had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mollaber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mollaber was 86.40%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 82.84%.