Abdulpur - Balagarh, Hooghly
Abdulpur is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Patuligram and around 39.9 km from Chinsura. Somra-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abdulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abdulpur is 324918. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.56 hectares and falls under the 712512 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Abdulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Abdulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Abdulpur village had a total population of 2,157 people, including 1,095 males and 1,062 females, living in 540 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 69.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,053.
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 | 2,157 | 1,095 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 91 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,053 | 535 | 518 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,447 | 773 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 322 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Abdulpur
Abdulpur 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 Abdulpur
Abdulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Abdulpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalna to Abdulpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Abdulpur is about 39.9 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 Abdulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abdulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Abdulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abdulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Abdulpur
Where is Abdulpur located?
Abdulpur village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Abdulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Abdulpur is Somra-i.
What is the pincode of Abdulpur?
The pincode of Abdulpur is 712512.
What is the population of Abdulpur?
Abdulpur had a total population of 2,157, including 1,095 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Abdulpur?
Abdulpur had 540 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abdulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abdulpur was 73.53%. Male literacy was 76.99% and female literacy was 69.92%.