Shrirampur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Shrirampur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.8 km from Dhaniakhali and around 43.9 km from Chinsura. Perambuasahabazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shrirampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shrirampur is 324564. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.75 hectares and falls under the 712402 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shrirampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shrirampur
As per Census 2011, Shrirampur village has a total population of 4,170 people, consisting of 2,077 males and 2,093 females. The village has 968 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,044 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 343 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shrirampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,170 | 2,077 | 2,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 183 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,114 | 551 | 563 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 159 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 3,044 | 1,617 | 1,427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 460 | 666 |
Nearby Villages of Shrirampur
Shrirampur 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 Shrirampur
Shrirampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shrirampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Shrirampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Shrirampur is about 43.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shrirampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shrirampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shrirampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shrirampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shrirampur
Where is Shrirampur located?
Shrirampur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shrirampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shrirampur is Perambuasahabazar.
What is the pincode of Shrirampur?
The pincode of Shrirampur is 712402.
What is the population of Shrirampur?
Shrirampur has a total population of 4,170, including 2,077 males and 2,093 females.
How many households are there in Shrirampur?
There are 968 households in Shrirampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shrirampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shrirampur is 73.00%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 68.18%.