Ichhlampur - Haripal, Hooghly
Ichhlampur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Khamar Chandi and around 28.4 km from Chinsura. Haripur Kinkarbati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichhlampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhlampur is 325414. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.68 hectares and falls under the 712407 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ichhlampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ichhlampur
As per Census 2011, Ichhlampur village has a total population of 3,417 people, consisting of 1,773 males and 1,644 females. The village has 814 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,606 literate and 811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichhlampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,417 | 1,773 | 1,644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 140 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 339 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 2,606 | 1,460 | 1,146 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 313 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Ichhlampur
Ichhlampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baje Ichhlampur | East | 0.69 km |
| Parjana | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Dilalpur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Hasimpur | South | 1.23 km |
| Bandipur | West | 1.26 km |
| Jadabbati | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Dank | North | 1.59 km |
| Purbba Gopinathpur | South | 1.61 km |
| Madhusudanpur | East | 1.72 km |
| Kinkarkati | South-East | 1.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ichhlampur
Ichhlampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhu Sudanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 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 Haripal to Ichhlampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Ichhlampur is about 28.4 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 Ichhlampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichhlampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ichhlampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichhlampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ichhlampur
Where is Ichhlampur located?
Ichhlampur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichhlampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichhlampur is Haripur Kinkarbati.
What is the pincode of Ichhlampur?
The pincode of Ichhlampur is 712407.
What is the population of Ichhlampur?
Ichhlampur has a total population of 3,417, including 1,773 males and 1,644 females.
How many households are there in Ichhlampur?
There are 814 households in Ichhlampur.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhlampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhlampur is 76.27%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 69.71%.