Mali Pukuria - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Mali Pukuria is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.3 km from Rajpur and around 36.1 km from Alipore. Sonarpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mali Pukuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mali Pukuria is 333564. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.28 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mali Pukuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mali Pukuria
As per Census 2011, Mali Pukuria village has a total population of 5,858 people, consisting of 2,967 males and 2,891 females. The village has 1,487 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,712 literate and 1,146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,947 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 398 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mali Pukuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,858 | 2,967 | 2,891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 250 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,947 | 1,491 | 1,456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 211 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 4,712 | 2,488 | 2,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,146 | 479 | 667 |
Nearby Villages of Mali Pukuria
Mali Pukuria 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 Mali Pukuria
Mali Pukuria 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 km of Mali Pukuria.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Mali Pukuria is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mali Pukuria is about 36.1 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 Mali Pukuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mali Pukuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mali Pukuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mali Pukuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mali Pukuria
Where is Mali Pukuria located?
Mali Pukuria village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mali Pukuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Mali Pukuria is Sonarpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Mali Pukuria?
The pincode of Mali Pukuria is 700150.
What is the population of Mali Pukuria?
Mali Pukuria has a total population of 5,858, including 2,967 males and 2,891 females.
How many households are there in Mali Pukuria?
There are 1,487 households in Mali Pukuria.
What is the literacy rate in Mali Pukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mali Pukuria is 80.44%. Male literacy is 83.86% and female literacy is 76.93%.