Mallik Kati - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Mallik Kati is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.9 km from Canning and around 54.1 km from Alipore. Deuli-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallik Kati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallik Kati is 333822. The village covers a total geographical area of 758 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mallik Kati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mallik Kati
As per Census 2011, Mallik Kati village has a total population of 4,683 people, consisting of 2,374 males and 2,309 females. The village has 1,027 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 628 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,560 literate and 2,123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 498 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mallik Kati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,683 | 2,374 | 2,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 628 | 337 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 253 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,120 | 1,062 | 1,058 |
| Literate Population | 2,560 | 1,414 | 1,146 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,123 | 960 | 1,163 |
Nearby Villages of Mallik Kati
Mallik Kati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandibari | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Pita Simulia | West | 2.61 km |
| Kalugachhi | North | 2.61 km |
| Gokulpur | West | 2.80 km |
| Khar Gachhi | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Kanjdia | West | 3.59 km |
| Santra | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Chung Hata | East | 3.88 km |
| Pipuldaha | North | 3.94 km |
| Garabad | North-East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mallik Kati
Mallik Kati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Taldi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Mallik Kati is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mallik Kati is about 54.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallik Kati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallik Kati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mallik Kati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallik Kati 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 Mallik Kati
Where is Mallik Kati located?
Mallik Kati village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallik Kati?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallik Kati is Deuli-i.
What is the pincode of Mallik Kati?
The pincode of Mallik Kati is 743329.
What is the population of Mallik Kati?
Mallik Kati has a total population of 4,683, including 2,374 males and 2,309 females.
How many households are there in Mallik Kati?
There are 1,027 households in Mallik Kati.
What is the literacy rate in Mallik Kati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallik Kati is 54.67%. Male literacy is 59.56% and female literacy is 49.63%.