Birchandrapur - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Birchandrapur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dabuk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birchandrapur is 316604. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.94 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Birchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Birchandrapur village has a total population of 3,808 people, consisting of 1,953 males and 1,855 females. The village has 879 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,388 literate and 1,420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,634 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 188 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,808 | 1,953 | 1,855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 219 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,634 | 815 | 819 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 97 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 2,388 | 1,357 | 1,031 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,420 | 596 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Birchandrapur
Birchandrapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalisara (p) | South | 1.29 km |
| Leshpara | West | 1.43 km |
| Bhaddapur | West | 1.70 km |
| Idrakpur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Kanaipur | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Durakhi | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Nima Pakhuria | North | 2.33 km |
| Khamedda | East | 2.38 km |
| Mathmahula | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Rangtara | South-East | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birchandrapur
Birchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarapith Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rampurhat to Birchandrapur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Birchandrapur is about 44 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 Birchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Birchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birchandrapur 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 Birchandrapur
Where is Birchandrapur located?
Birchandrapur village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birchandrapur is Dabuk.
What is the pincode of Birchandrapur?
The pincode of Birchandrapur is 731216.
What is the population of Birchandrapur?
Birchandrapur has a total population of 3,808, including 1,953 males and 1,855 females.
How many households are there in Birchandrapur?
There are 879 households in Birchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Birchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birchandrapur is 62.71%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 55.58%.