Kutubpur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Kutubpur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 82.6 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Paikar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutubpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutubpur is 316148. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.91 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kutubpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutubpur
As per Census 2011, Kutubpur village has a total population of 4,108 people, consisting of 2,047 males and 2,061 females. The village has 989 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,148 literate and 1,960 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutubpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,108 | 2,047 | 2,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 313 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 95 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 2,148 | 1,153 | 995 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,960 | 894 | 1,066 |
Nearby Villages of Kutubpur
Kutubpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Jaynagar | West | 0.54 km |
| Jaynagar | South-East | 0.68 km |
| Nasirpur | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Bhelabari | South | 1.18 km |
| Bartabari | North | 1.21 km |
| Madhaipur | West | 1.42 km |
| Lakshmipur | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Bhatol | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Kailpara | South | 2.14 km |
| Dhokaria | North-West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kutubpur
Kutubpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamalpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Kutubpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kutubpur is about 82.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutubpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutubpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kutubpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutubpur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kutubpur
Where is Kutubpur located?
Kutubpur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutubpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutubpur is Paikar-i.
What is the pincode of Kutubpur?
The pincode of Kutubpur is 731221.
What is the population of Kutubpur?
Kutubpur has a total population of 4,108, including 2,047 males and 2,061 females.
How many households are there in Kutubpur?
There are 989 households in Kutubpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kutubpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutubpur is 52.29%. Male literacy is 56.33% and female literacy is 48.28%.