Mallickpur - Habra - I, North 24 Parganas
Mallickpur is a village situated in the Habra - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from Prafullanagar and around 33.5 km from Barasat. Bargoom-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallickpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallickpur is 322879. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.48 hectares and falls under the 743252 pincode. Gobordanga is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mallickpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaighata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mallickpur
As per Census 2011, Mallickpur village has a total population of 1,509 people, consisting of 771 males and 738 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,015 literate and 494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mallickpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 771 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 83 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 154 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 545 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 226 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Mallickpur
Mallickpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beleni | South | 1.10 km |
| Jhanjhania | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Metiagachi | West | 1.46 km |
| Naigachhi | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Kuchlia | South | 1.78 km |
| Ichhapur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Charuigachhi | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Matikomra | North | 2.91 km |
| Bayasa | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Krishna Nagar | South-West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mallickpur
Mallickpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kankra Mirzanagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gobordanga to Mallickpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Mallickpur is about 33.5 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 Mallickpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallickpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mallickpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallickpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mallickpur
Where is Mallickpur located?
Mallickpur village is located in Habra - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallickpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallickpur is Bargoom-i.
What is the pincode of Mallickpur?
The pincode of Mallickpur is 743252.
What is the population of Mallickpur?
Mallickpur has a total population of 1,509, including 771 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Mallickpur?
There are 363 households in Mallickpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mallickpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallickpur is 67.26%. Male literacy is 70.69% and female literacy is 63.69%.