Idrakpur - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Idrakpur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 50.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dabuk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Idrakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Idrakpur is 316603. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.69 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Idrakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Idrakpur
As per Census 2011, Idrakpur village has a total population of 850 people, consisting of 426 males and 424 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 470 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Idrakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 426 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 229 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 283 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 143 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Idrakpur
Idrakpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nima Pakhuria | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Birchandrapur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Khamedda | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Gangedda | East | 2.14 km |
| Mathmahula | West | 2.16 km |
| Leshpara | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Kanaipur | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Kalisara (p) | South | 2.95 km |
| Budhigram | East | 3.03 km |
| Laha | North | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Idrakpur
Idrakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarapith Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.2 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 Idrakpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Idrakpur is about 50.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Idrakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Idrakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Idrakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Idrakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Idrakpur
Where is Idrakpur located?
Idrakpur village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Idrakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Idrakpur is Dabuk.
What is the pincode of Idrakpur?
The pincode of Idrakpur is 731216.
What is the population of Idrakpur?
Idrakpur has a total population of 850, including 426 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Idrakpur?
There are 212 households in Idrakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Idrakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Idrakpur is 60.71%. Male literacy is 66.43% and female literacy is 54.95%.