Thakuranipur - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Thakuranipur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 37.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thakuranipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakuranipur is 316735. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.84 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Thakuranipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thakuranipur
According to the 2011 Census, Thakuranipur village had a total population of 1,095 people, including 560 males and 535 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.76%, with male literacy at 91.44% and female literacy at 75.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,095 | 560 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 34 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 146 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 851 | 481 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 79 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Thakuranipur
Thakuranipur 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 Thakuranipur
Thakuranipur 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 Sainthia to Thakuranipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Thakuranipur is about 37.5 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 Thakuranipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakuranipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thakuranipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakuranipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thakuranipur
Where is Thakuranipur located?
Thakuranipur village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakuranipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thakuranipur is Dheka.
What is the pincode of Thakuranipur?
The pincode of Thakuranipur is 731213.
What is the population of Thakuranipur?
Thakuranipur had a total population of 1,095, including 560 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Thakuranipur?
Thakuranipur had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thakuranipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakuranipur was 83.76%. Male literacy was 91.44% and female literacy was 75.51%.