Krishnapur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Krishnapur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 32.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Samjia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnapur is 310780. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.73 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Krishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishnapur
As per Census 2011, Krishnapur village has a total population of 1,110 people, consisting of 559 males and 551 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 832 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krishnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,110 | 559 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 71 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 431 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 128 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnapur
Krishnapur 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 Krishnapur
Krishnapur 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 Balurghat to Krishnapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Krishnapur is about 32.1 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 Krishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnapur 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 Krishnapur
Where is Krishnapur located?
Krishnapur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnapur is Samjia.
What is the pincode of Krishnapur?
The pincode of Krishnapur is 733141.
What is the population of Krishnapur?
Krishnapur has a total population of 1,110, including 559 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Krishnapur?
There are 266 households in Krishnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnapur is 74.95%. Male literacy is 77.10% and female literacy is 72.78%.