Mollar Chak - Kulpi, South 24 Parganas
Mollar Chak is a village situated in the Kulpi subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from Paschim Gopalnagar and around 55.6 km from Alipore. Kamarchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mollar Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mollar Chak is 334560. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.44 hectares and falls under the 743351 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mollar Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mollar Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Mollar Chak village had a total population of 582 people, including 305 males and 277 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.71%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 65.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 563.
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 | 582 | 305 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 296 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 240 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 65 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Mollar Chak
Mollar 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 Mollar Chak
Public transport in the Mollar Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Mollar Chak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mollar Chak is about 55.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mollar Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mollar Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mollar 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 Mollar Chak 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mollar Chak
Where is Mollar Chak located?
Mollar Chak village is located in Kulpi Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mollar Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Mollar Chak is Kamarchak.
What is the pincode of Mollar Chak?
The pincode of Mollar Chak is 743351.
What is the population of Mollar Chak?
Mollar Chak had a total population of 582, including 305 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Mollar Chak?
Mollar Chak had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mollar Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mollar Chak was 77.71%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 65.98%.