Mallar Chak - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Mallar Chak is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Jaynagar and around 47.2 km from Alipore. Gardoani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallar Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallar Chak is 334978. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.17 hectares and falls under the 743338 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Mallar Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mallar Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Mallar Chak village had a total population of 4,928 people, including 2,495 males and 2,433 females, living in 940 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.56%, with male literacy at 84.90% and female literacy at 67.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 976, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,928 | 2,495 | 2,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 811 | 395 | 416 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 976 | 492 | 484 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,152 | 1,783 | 1,369 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,776 | 712 | 1,064 |
Nearby Villages of Mallar Chak
Mallar Chak 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 Mallar Chak
Mallar Chak 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 Mallar Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jaynagar to Mallar Chak is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mallar Chak is about 47.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallar Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallar Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mallar Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallar Chak 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 Mallar Chak
Where is Mallar Chak located?
Mallar Chak village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mallar Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallar Chak is Gardoani.
What is the pincode of Mallar Chak?
The pincode of Mallar Chak is 743338.
What is the population of Mallar Chak?
Mallar Chak had a total population of 4,928, including 2,495 males and 2,433 females.
How many households are there in Mallar Chak?
Mallar Chak had 940 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mallar Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallar Chak was 76.56%. Male literacy was 84.90% and female literacy was 67.87%.