Birupur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Birupur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 79.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Deul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birupur is 310346. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.1 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Birupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Birupur
According to the 2011 Census, Birupur village had a total population of 68 people, including 29 males and 39 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,345 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.59%, with male literacy at 44.44% and female literacy at 28.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 17 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Birupur
Birupur 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 Birupur
Public transport in the Birupur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Birupur.
| 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 Kaliyaganj to Birupur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Birupur is about 79.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birupur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birupur
Where is Birupur located?
Birupur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birupur is Deul.
What is the pincode of Birupur?
The pincode of Birupur is 733132.
What is the population of Birupur?
Birupur had a total population of 68, including 29 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Birupur?
Birupur had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birupur was 35.59%. Male literacy was 44.44% and female literacy was 28.13%.