Aminpur - Haripal, Hooghly
Aminpur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.1 km from Khamar Chandi and around 34 km from Chinsura. haripalashutosh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aminpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aminpur is 325371. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.11 hectares and falls under the 712405 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Aminpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aminpur
As per Census 2011, Aminpur village has a total population of 1,454 people, consisting of 739 males and 715 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,199 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aminpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 739 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 88 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 637 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 102 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Aminpur
Aminpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghubati | South | 0.69 km |
| Hara | North | 0.94 km |
| Chandi Nagar | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Brahmanpara | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Gopinagar | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Santipur | South | 1.24 km |
| Haripal | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Malia | East | 1.61 km |
| Chak Chandinagar | South | 1.71 km |
| Hamir Gachhi | East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aminpur
Aminpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haripal, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haripal to Aminpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Aminpur is about 34 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 Aminpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aminpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Aminpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aminpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Aminpur
Where is Aminpur located?
Aminpur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aminpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Aminpur is haripalashutosh.
What is the pincode of Aminpur?
The pincode of Aminpur is 712405.
What is the population of Aminpur?
Aminpur has a total population of 1,454, including 739 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Aminpur?
There are 375 households in Aminpur.
What is the literacy rate in Aminpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aminpur is 82.46%. Male literacy is 86.20% and female literacy is 78.60%.