Purba Mallikpur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Purba Mallikpur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from Piyali and around 42.1 km from Alipore. Belegachhia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Mallikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Mallikpur is 333993. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.74 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Purba Mallikpur 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 Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Mallikpur
As per Census 2011, Purba Mallikpur village has a total population of 1,752 people, consisting of 886 males and 866 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 584 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Mallikpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,752 | 886 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 144 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 312 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 650 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 236 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Mallikpur
Purba Mallikpur 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 Purba Mallikpur
Purba Mallikpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Purba Mallikpur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Purba Mallikpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Mallikpur is about 42.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Mallikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Mallikpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Mallikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Mallikpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Mallikpur
Where is Purba Mallikpur located?
Purba Mallikpur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Mallikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Mallikpur is Belegachhia.
What is the pincode of Purba Mallikpur?
The pincode of Purba Mallikpur is 700144.
What is the population of Purba Mallikpur?
Purba Mallikpur has a total population of 1,752, including 886 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Purba Mallikpur?
There are 343 households in Purba Mallikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Mallikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Mallikpur is 61.07%. Male literacy is 73.36% and female literacy is 48.50%.