Srikrishnapur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Srikrishnapur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 20.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Dhalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikrishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikrishnapur is 310993. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.9 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Srikrishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Srikrishnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Srikrishnapur village had a total population of 434 people, including 217 males and 217 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.19%, with male literacy at 73.20% and female literacy at 57.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 344, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 434 | 217 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 169 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 142 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 75 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Srikrishnapur
Srikrishnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Jamalpur | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Purba Kalikapur | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Purbba Gobindapur | East | 1.10 km |
| Chakurpai | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Srirampur | West | 1.62 km |
| Lalpur | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Balpara | East | 2.01 km |
| Dhalpara | South | 2.33 km |
| Purbba Thakurpur | South | 2.46 km |
| Chakdapat | South-West | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srikrishnapur
Srikrishnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Srikrishnapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Srikrishnapur is about 20.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srikrishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikrishnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Srikrishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srikrishnapur 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 Srikrishnapur
Where is Srikrishnapur located?
Srikrishnapur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Srikrishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikrishnapur is Dhalpara.
What is the pincode of Srikrishnapur?
The pincode of Srikrishnapur is 733126.
What is the population of Srikrishnapur?
Srikrishnapur had a total population of 434, including 217 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Srikrishnapur?
Srikrishnapur had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srikrishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikrishnapur was 65.19%. Male literacy was 73.20% and female literacy was 57.07%.