Srikrishnapur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Srikrishnapur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Dhaniakhali and around 40.4 km from Chinsura. Dashghara-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikrishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikrishnapur is 324560. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.3 hectares and falls under the 712402 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Srikrishnapur 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 Srikrishnapur
As per Census 2011, Srikrishnapur village has a total population of 10,345 people, consisting of 5,220 males and 5,125 females. The village has 2,621 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,017 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,027 literate and 3,318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,882 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 889 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srikrishnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,345 | 5,220 | 5,125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,017 | 545 | 472 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,882 | 1,948 | 1,934 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 432 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 7,027 | 3,778 | 3,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,318 | 1,442 | 1,876 |
Nearby Villages of Srikrishnapur
Srikrishnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirijpur | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Ballabhipur | West | 1.80 km |
| Madpur | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Baidyabatipur | North | 1.86 km |
| Dakshin Sankarpur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Sahbazar | South | 2.39 km |
| Rajipur | East | 2.40 km |
| Baharampur | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Dighir | West | 2.49 km |
| Mahishgaria | North | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srikrishnapur
Srikrishnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hajigarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tarakeswar to Srikrishnapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Srikrishnapur 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 Srikrishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikrishnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Srikrishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srikrishnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Srikrishnapur
Where is Srikrishnapur located?
Srikrishnapur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srikrishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikrishnapur is Dashghara-ii.
What is the pincode of Srikrishnapur?
The pincode of Srikrishnapur is 712402.
What is the population of Srikrishnapur?
Srikrishnapur has a total population of 10,345, including 5,220 males and 5,125 females.
How many households are there in Srikrishnapur?
There are 2,621 households in Srikrishnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Srikrishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikrishnapur is 67.93%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 63.40%.