Shripatipur Village - Haripal, Hooghly
Shripatipur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from Khamar Chandi and around 33.2 km from Chinsura. Sripatipurilipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shripatipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shripatipur is 325452. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.89 hectares and falls under the 712706 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shripatipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shripatipur
As per Census 2011, Shripatipur village has a total population of 5,727 people, consisting of 2,914 males and 2,813 females. The village has 1,261 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,094 literate and 1,633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shripatipur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,727 | 2,914 | 2,813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 269 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,637 | 821 | 816 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 61 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 4,094 | 2,168 | 1,926 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,633 | 746 | 887 |
Nearby Villages of Shripatipur
Shripatipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumirgarre | East | 1.45 km |
| Ilipur | West | 1.46 km |
| Sehakhala | South | 1.72 km |
| Rajarambati | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Jot Radhaballabh | West | 1.89 km |
| Lakshmanpur | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Chak Tajpur | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Kulpai | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Azabnagar | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Paschim Tajpur | South-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shripatipur
Shripatipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balarambati, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 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 Haripal to Shripatipur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Shripatipur is about 33.2 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 Shripatipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shripatipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shripatipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shripatipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shripatipur
Where is Shripatipur located?
Shripatipur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shripatipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shripatipur is Sripatipurilipur.
What is the pincode of Shripatipur?
The pincode of Shripatipur is 712706.
What is the population of Shripatipur?
Shripatipur has a total population of 5,727, including 2,914 males and 2,813 females.
How many households are there in Shripatipur?
There are 1,261 households in Shripatipur.
What is the literacy rate in Shripatipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shripatipur is 71.49%. Male literacy is 74.40% and female literacy is 68.47%.