Hiranyabati - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Hiranyabati is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 59.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiranyabati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiranyabati is 310632. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.87 hectares and falls under the 733142 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hiranyabati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hiranyabati
As per Census 2011, Hiranyabati village has a total population of 244 people, consisting of 124 males and 120 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiranyabati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 124 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 98 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 26 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Hiranyabati
Hiranyabati 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 Hiranyabati
Public transport in the Hiranyabati is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hiranyabati.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Hiranyabati is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Hiranyabati is about 59.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiranyabati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiranyabati 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hiranyabati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiranyabati 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hiranyabati
Where is Hiranyabati located?
Hiranyabati village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiranyabati?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiranyabati is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Hiranyabati?
The pincode of Hiranyabati is 733142.
What is the population of Hiranyabati?
Hiranyabati has a total population of 244, including 124 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Hiranyabati?
There are 65 households in Hiranyabati.
What is the literacy rate in Hiranyabati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiranyabati is 71.72%. Male literacy is 79.03% and female literacy is 64.17%.