Mangrajpur - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Mangrajpur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.5 km from Diamond Harbour and around 42.7 km from Alipore. Harindanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangrajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangrajpur is 334343. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.22 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Mangrajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangrajpur
As per Census 2011, Mangrajpur village has a total population of 2,596 people, consisting of 1,317 males and 1,279 females. The village has 623 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,914 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangrajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,596 | 1,317 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 108 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,914 | 1,041 | 873 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 276 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Mangrajpur
Mangrajpur 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 Mangrajpur
Mangrajpur 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 Mangrajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mangrajpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mangrajpur is about 42.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangrajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangrajpur 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 Mangrajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangrajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mangrajpur
Where is Mangrajpur located?
Mangrajpur village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangrajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangrajpur is Harindanga.
What is the pincode of Mangrajpur?
The pincode of Mangrajpur is 743331.
What is the population of Mangrajpur?
Mangrajpur has a total population of 2,596, including 1,317 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Mangrajpur?
There are 623 households in Mangrajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mangrajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangrajpur is 73.73%. Male literacy is 79.04% and female literacy is 68.26%.