Mukundapur Village - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Mukundapur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Rajpur and around 35.4 km from Alipore. Kheyadaha-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukundapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukundapur is 333546. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.1 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Mukundapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mukundapur 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 Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mukundapur
As per Census 2011, Mukundapur village has a total population of 2,326 people, consisting of 1,205 males and 1,121 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,744 literate and 582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,075 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mukundapur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,326 | 1,205 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 150 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,075 | 547 | 528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,744 | 942 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 263 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Mukundapur
Mukundapur 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 Mukundapur
Mukundapur 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 Mukundapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mukundapur to Mukundapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mukundapur is about 35.4 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 Mukundapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukundapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mukundapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukundapur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mukundapur
Where is Mukundapur located?
Mukundapur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mukundapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukundapur is Kheyadaha-ii.
What is the pincode of Mukundapur?
The pincode of Mukundapur is 700150.
What is the population of Mukundapur?
Mukundapur has a total population of 2,326, including 1,205 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Mukundapur?
There are 554 households in Mukundapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mukundapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukundapur is 74.98%. Male literacy is 78.17% and female literacy is 71.54%.