Mollapukur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Mollapukur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.4 km from Sarisha and around 41.8 km from Alipore. Patra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mollapukur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mollapukur is 334473. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.52 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mollapukur 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 Mollapukur
As per Census 2011, Mollapukur village has a total population of 3,150 people, consisting of 1,660 males and 1,490 females. The village has 644 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,963 literate and 1,187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mollapukur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,150 | 1,660 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 266 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 214 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 1,963 | 1,059 | 904 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,187 | 601 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Mollapukur
Mollapukur 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 Mollapukur
Mollapukur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mollapukur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Mollapukur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mollapukur is about 41.8 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 Mollapukur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mollapukur 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 Mollapukur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mollapukur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mollapukur
Where is Mollapukur located?
Mollapukur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mollapukur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mollapukur is Patra.
What is the pincode of Mollapukur?
The pincode of Mollapukur is 743330.
What is the population of Mollapukur?
Mollapukur has a total population of 3,150, including 1,660 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Mollapukur?
There are 644 households in Mollapukur.
What is the literacy rate in Mollapukur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mollapukur is 62.32%. Male literacy is 63.80% and female literacy is 60.67%.