Kasipur - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Kasipur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 38.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasipur is 316719. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.31 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Ssainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kasipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kasipur
As per Census 2011, Kasipur village has a total population of 198 people, consisting of 104 males and 94 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 79 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 25 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Kasipur
Kasipur 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 Kasipur
Kasipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ssainthia to Kasipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kasipur is about 38.4 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 Kasipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kasipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasipur 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 Kasipur
Where is Kasipur located?
Kasipur village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasipur is Dheka.
What is the pincode of Kasipur?
The pincode of Kasipur is 731213.
What is the population of Kasipur?
Kasipur has a total population of 198, including 104 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Kasipur?
There are 57 households in Kasipur.
What is the literacy rate in Kasipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasipur is 66.16%. Male literacy is 75.96% and female literacy is 55.32%.