Hridayrampur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Hridayrampur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.8 km from Dhaniakhali and around 40.4 km from Chinsura. Gudubari-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hridayrampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hridayrampur is 324544. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.68 hectares and falls under the 712302 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Hridayrampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hridayrampur
As per Census 2011, Hridayrampur village has a total population of 820 people, consisting of 425 males and 395 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hridayrampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 425 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 50 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 209 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 269 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 156 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Hridayrampur
Hridayrampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghabindubati | South | 0.65 km |
| Katgara | North-West | 0.90 km |
| Maharampur | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Baidyapur | East | 1.16 km |
| Kashipur | South | 1.31 km |
| Hazipur | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Dakshin Sankarpur | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Khanpur | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Mahishgaria | West | 2.09 km |
| Madhusudanpur | South | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hridayrampur
Hridayrampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gurap, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tarakeswar to Hridayrampur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Hridayrampur is about 40.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hridayrampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hridayrampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hridayrampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hridayrampur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hridayrampur
Where is Hridayrampur located?
Hridayrampur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hridayrampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hridayrampur is Gudubari-ii.
What is the pincode of Hridayrampur?
The pincode of Hridayrampur is 712302.
What is the population of Hridayrampur?
Hridayrampur has a total population of 820, including 425 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Hridayrampur?
There are 204 households in Hridayrampur.
What is the literacy rate in Hridayrampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hridayrampur is 59.51%. Male literacy is 63.29% and female literacy is 55.44%.