Muchisha - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Muchisha is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Dongaria and around 24.1 km from Alipore. Chakmanik serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muchisha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muchisha is 333337. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.97 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakhsin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Muchisha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muchisha
As per Census 2011, Muchisha village has a total population of 4,023 people, consisting of 2,052 males and 1,971 females. The village has 993 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,032 literate and 991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muchisha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,023 | 2,052 | 1,971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 175 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,032 | 1,634 | 1,398 |
| Illiterate Population | 991 | 418 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Muchisha
Muchisha 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 Muchisha
Muchisha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Muchisha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dakhsin Raipur to Muchisha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Muchisha is about 24.1 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 Muchisha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muchisha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Muchisha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muchisha 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Muchisha
Where is Muchisha located?
Muchisha village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muchisha?
The Gram Panchayat of Muchisha is Chakmanik.
What is the pincode of Muchisha?
The pincode of Muchisha is 743318.
What is the population of Muchisha?
Muchisha has a total population of 4,023, including 2,052 males and 1,971 females.
How many households are there in Muchisha?
There are 993 households in Muchisha.
What is the literacy rate in Muchisha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muchisha is 75.37%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 70.93%.