Malayapur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Malayapur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.8 km from Piyali and around 27.5 km from Alipore. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malayapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malayapur is 333924. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.13 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Malayapur 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 Malayapur
As per Census 2011, Malayapur village has a total population of 2,513 people, consisting of 1,308 males and 1,205 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,874 literate and 639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malayapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,513 | 1,308 | 1,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,142 | 1,115 | 1,027 |
| Literate Population | 1,874 | 1,067 | 807 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 241 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Malayapur
Malayapur 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 Malayapur
Malayapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Malayapur.
| 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 Baruipur to Malayapur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Malayapur is about 27.5 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 Malayapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malayapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malayapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malayapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malayapur
Where is Malayapur located?
Malayapur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malayapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malayapur is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Malayapur?
The pincode of Malayapur is 700144.
What is the population of Malayapur?
Malayapur has a total population of 2,513, including 1,308 males and 1,205 females.
How many households are there in Malayapur?
There are 565 households in Malayapur.
What is the literacy rate in Malayapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malayapur is 74.57%. Male literacy is 81.57% and female literacy is 66.97%.