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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birupur
As per Census 2011, Birupur village has a total population of 68 people, consisting of 29 males and 39 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,344 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| 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 has a total population of 68, including 29 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Birupur?
There are 14 households in Birupur.
What is the literacy rate in Birupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birupur is 30.88%. Male literacy is 41.38% and female literacy is 23.08%.