Malatipur - Basirhat - II, North 24 Parganas
Malatipur is a village situated in the Basirhat - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. Chita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malatipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malatipur is 323628. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.55 hectares and falls under the 743445 pincode. Dhanyakuria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Malatipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basirhat Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malatipur
According to the 2011 Census, Malatipur village had a total population of 3,794 people, including 1,950 males and 1,844 females, living in 818 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.57%, with male literacy at 67.60% and female literacy at 61.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 3,794 | 1,950 | 1,844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 280 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,110 | 1,129 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,684 | 821 | 863 |
Nearby Villages of Malatipur
Malatipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malatipur
Malatipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Malatipur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanyakuria to Malatipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malatipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malatipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malatipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malatipur 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Malatipur
Where is Malatipur located?
Malatipur village is located in Basirhat - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malatipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malatipur is Chita.
What is the pincode of Malatipur?
The pincode of Malatipur is 743445.
What is the population of Malatipur?
Malatipur had a total population of 3,794, including 1,950 males and 1,844 females.
How many households are there in Malatipur?
Malatipur had 818 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malatipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malatipur was 64.57%. Male literacy was 67.60% and female literacy was 61.39%.