Mukhujya Para - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Mukhujya Para 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 60.7 km from Alipore. Deuli-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukhujya Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukhujya Para is 333834. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.41 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mukhujya Para 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 Mukhujya Para
As per Census 2011, Mukhujya Para village has a total population of 1,847 people, consisting of 956 males and 891 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 783 literate and 1,064 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 693 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mukhujya Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,847 | 956 | 891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 186 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 204 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 693 | 350 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 783 | 471 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,064 | 485 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Mukhujya Para
Mukhujya Para 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 Mukhujya Para
Mukhujya Para 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 Mukhujya Para.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Canning to Mukhujya Para is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mukhujya Para is about 60.7 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 Mukhujya Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukhujya Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mukhujya Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukhujya Para 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 Mukhujya Para
Where is Mukhujya Para located?
Mukhujya Para village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mukhujya Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukhujya Para is Deuli-ii.
What is the pincode of Mukhujya Para?
The pincode of Mukhujya Para is 743329.
What is the population of Mukhujya Para?
Mukhujya Para has a total population of 1,847, including 956 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Mukhujya Para?
There are 367 households in Mukhujya Para.
What is the literacy rate in Mukhujya Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukhujya Para is 42.39%. Male literacy is 49.27% and female literacy is 35.02%.