Paranpur Village - Balagarh, Hooghly
Paranpur is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.9 km from Patuligram and around 26.2 km from Chinsura. Sijakamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paranpur is 325009. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.52 hectares and falls under the 712501 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paranpur
As per Census 2011, Paranpur village has a total population of 617 people, consisting of 331 males and 286 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 405 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paranpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 331 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 126 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 230 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 101 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Paranpur
Paranpur 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 Gopalpur | North-West | 0.56 km |
| Hatikanda | South-West | 0.64 km |
| Hasimpur | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Raninagar | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Rukespur | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Ahmadpur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Suksagar | East | 1.96 km |
| Kaliagar | North | 2.05 km |
| Rajballabhpur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Baneswarpur | South-West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paranpur
Paranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jirat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| 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 Chinsurah to Paranpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Paranpur is about 26.2 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 Paranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paranpur 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 Paranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paranpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paranpur
Where is Paranpur located?
Paranpur village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paranpur is Sijakamalpur.
What is the pincode of Paranpur?
The pincode of Paranpur is 712501.
What is the population of Paranpur?
Paranpur has a total population of 617, including 331 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Paranpur?
There are 146 households in Paranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paranpur is 65.64%. Male literacy is 69.49% and female literacy is 61.19%.