Malancha - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Malancha is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Diamond Harbour and around 39.3 km from Alipore. Netra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malancha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malancha is 334389. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.83 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Malancha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Magrahat paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malancha
As per Census 2011, Malancha village has a total population of 2,285 people, consisting of 1,181 males and 1,104 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,453 literate and 832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malancha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,285 | 1,181 | 1,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 160 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,174 | 608 | 566 |
| Literate Population | 1,453 | 823 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 358 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Malancha
Malancha 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 Malancha
Malancha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Malancha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Malancha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Malancha is about 39.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malancha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malancha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malancha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malancha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malancha
Where is Malancha located?
Malancha village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malancha?
The Gram Panchayat of Malancha is Netra.
What is the pincode of Malancha?
The pincode of Malancha is 743331.
What is the population of Malancha?
Malancha has a total population of 2,285, including 1,181 males and 1,104 females.
How many households are there in Malancha?
There are 481 households in Malancha.
What is the literacy rate in Malancha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malancha is 63.59%. Male literacy is 69.69% and female literacy is 57.07%.