Malancha (P) - Barrackpur - I, North 24 Parganas
Malancha (P) is a village situated in the Barrackpur - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.2 km from Narayanpur and around 27.1 km from Barasat. Jethia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malancha (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malancha (P) is 323069. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.3 hectares and falls under the 743135 pincode. Halisahar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Malancha (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naihati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barrackpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malancha (P)
As per Census 2011, Malancha (P) village has a total population of 2,921 people, consisting of 1,535 males and 1,386 females. The village has 716 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,357 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,041 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malancha (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,921 | 1,535 | 1,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,041 | 527 | 514 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,357 | 1,288 | 1,069 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 247 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Malancha (P)
Malancha (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | West | 0.63 km |
| Bishweswar Bati | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Madarpuli | East | 1.79 km |
| Bijna | East | 1.79 km |
| Chendua (p) | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Mamudpur | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Dariala | East | 3.14 km |
| Khanarhat | East | 3.45 km |
| Kanpa | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Shibdaspur | East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malancha (P)
Malancha (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Halisahar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halisahar to Malancha (P) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Malancha (P) is about 27.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malancha (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malancha (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malancha (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malancha (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malancha (P)
Where is Malancha (P) located?
Malancha (P) village is located in Barrackpur - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malancha (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Malancha (P) is Jethia.
What is the pincode of Malancha (P)?
The pincode of Malancha (P) is 743135.
What is the population of Malancha (P)?
Malancha (P) has a total population of 2,921, including 1,535 males and 1,386 females.
How many households are there in Malancha (P)?
There are 716 households in Malancha (P).
What is the literacy rate in Malancha (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malancha (P) is 80.69%. Male literacy is 83.91% and female literacy is 77.13%.