Abhirampur - Haripal, Hooghly
Abhirampur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from Khamar Chandi and around 33.1 km from Chinsura. Haripalsahadev serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abhirampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abhirampur is 325426. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.06 hectares and falls under the 712405 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Abhirampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Abhirampur
According to the 2011 Census, Abhirampur village had a total population of 504 people, including 264 males and 240 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.93%, with male literacy at 81.15% and female literacy at 66.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 504 | 264 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 198 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 66 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Abhirampur
Abhirampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musapur | South | 0.83 km |
| Chak Chandinagar | North-West | 0.90 km |
| Dakshin Ramchandrapur | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Santipur | North | 1.19 km |
| Paschim Joykrishnapur | West | 1.20 km |
| Gosha | South | 1.43 km |
| Chaitanyapur | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Panrra | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Raghubati | North | 1.80 km |
| Chandi Nagar | North-West | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Abhirampur
Abhirampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maliya, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Haripal to Abhirampur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Abhirampur is about 33.1 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 Abhirampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abhirampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Abhirampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abhirampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Abhirampur
Where is Abhirampur located?
Abhirampur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Abhirampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Abhirampur is Haripalsahadev.
What is the pincode of Abhirampur?
The pincode of Abhirampur is 712405.
What is the population of Abhirampur?
Abhirampur had a total population of 504, including 264 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Abhirampur?
Abhirampur had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abhirampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abhirampur was 73.93%. Male literacy was 81.15% and female literacy was 66.07%.