Moktarpur - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Moktarpur is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.2 km from Canning and around 58.4 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moktarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moktarpur is 333849. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.2 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Moktarpur 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 Moktarpur
As per Census 2011, Moktarpur village has a total population of 1,617 people, consisting of 834 males and 783 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moktarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 834 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 141 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,181 | 606 | 575 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 561 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 273 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Moktarpur
Moktarpur 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 Moktarpur
Moktarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Moktarpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Moktarpur is about 58.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moktarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moktarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Moktarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moktarpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moktarpur
Where is Moktarpur located?
Moktarpur village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moktarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Moktarpur is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Moktarpur?
The pincode of Moktarpur is 743329.
What is the population of Moktarpur?
Moktarpur has a total population of 1,617, including 834 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Moktarpur?
There are 308 households in Moktarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Moktarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moktarpur is 52.57%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 36.91%.