Dehimedan Malla - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Dehimedan Malla is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from Piyali and around 21.7 km from Alipore. Hariharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehimedan Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehimedan Malla is 333905. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.02 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Dehimedan Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehimedan Malla
As per Census 2011, Dehimedan Malla village has a total population of 3,488 people, consisting of 1,769 males and 1,719 females. The village has 868 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,841 literate and 647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehimedan Malla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,488 | 1,769 | 1,719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 127 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,115 | 540 | 575 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,841 | 1,520 | 1,321 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 249 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Dehimedan Malla
Dehimedan Malla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khasmallik | South-West | 0.74 km |
| Beralia | East | 1.19 km |
| Sultanpur | East | 1.20 km |
| Subuddhipur (p) | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Gobindapur | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Kapindapur | East | 1.82 km |
| Andharia | West | 1.91 km |
| Kholapota | East | 2.02 km |
| Langalber | West | 2.42 km |
| Madhubanpur | East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dehimedan Malla
Dehimedan Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baruipur Junction, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.3 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 Baruipur to Dehimedan Malla is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dehimedan Malla is about 21.7 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 Dehimedan Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehimedan Malla 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dehimedan Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehimedan Malla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dehimedan Malla
Where is Dehimedan Malla located?
Dehimedan Malla village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehimedan Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehimedan Malla is Hariharpur.
What is the pincode of Dehimedan Malla?
The pincode of Dehimedan Malla is 700144.
What is the population of Dehimedan Malla?
Dehimedan Malla has a total population of 3,488, including 1,769 males and 1,719 females.
How many households are there in Dehimedan Malla?
There are 868 households in Dehimedan Malla.
What is the literacy rate in Dehimedan Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehimedan Malla is 81.45%. Male literacy is 85.92% and female literacy is 76.85%.