Habispur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Habispur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 68.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Rudranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Habispur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Habispur is 316128. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.07 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Habispur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Habispur
As per Census 2011, Habispur village has a total population of 2,455 people, consisting of 1,261 males and 1,194 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,470 literate and 985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 749 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Habispur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,455 | 1,261 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 172 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 389 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 1,470 | 822 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 439 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Habispur
Habispur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanior | South | 1.56 km |
| Chatra | North | 1.62 km |
| Bhatpara | West | 1.83 km |
| Sohara | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Harirampur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Deluha | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Dwariapur | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Batia | North | 2.85 km |
| Diha | South | 2.88 km |
| Sariha | West | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Habispur
Habispur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chatra, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Habispur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Habispur is about 68.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Habispur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Habispur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Habispur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Habispur 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 Habispur
Where is Habispur located?
Habispur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Habispur?
The Gram Panchayat of Habispur is Rudranagar.
What is the pincode of Habispur?
The pincode of Habispur is 731221.
What is the population of Habispur?
Habispur has a total population of 2,455, including 1,261 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Habispur?
There are 589 households in Habispur.
What is the literacy rate in Habispur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Habispur is 59.88%. Male literacy is 65.19% and female literacy is 54.27%.