Furfura - Jangipara, Hooghly
Furfura is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.6 km from Jangipara and around 43 km from Chinsura. Furfura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Furfura is 325776. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.68 hectares and falls under the 712706 pincode. Srirampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Furfura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Furfura
As per Census 2011, Furfura village has a total population of 7,407 people, consisting of 3,876 males and 3,531 females. The village has 1,471 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 964 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,173 literate and 2,234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Furfura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,407 | 3,876 | 3,531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 964 | 510 | 454 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,234 | 631 | 603 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 133 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 5,173 | 2,814 | 2,359 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,234 | 1,062 | 1,172 |
Nearby Villages of Furfura
Furfura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalnagar | North | 1.09 km |
| Hosenpur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Purbba Durgapur | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Belpara | West | 1.74 km |
| Rampara | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Ramnagar | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Kalyanbati | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Shyamsundarpur | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North | 2.11 km |
| Patul | North-East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Furfura
Furfura 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 Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Srirampur to Furfura is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Furfura is about 43 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 Furfura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Furfura 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 Furfura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Furfura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Furfura
Where is Furfura located?
Furfura village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Furfura?
Furfura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Furfura?
The pincode of Furfura is 712706.
What is the population of Furfura?
Furfura has a total population of 7,407, including 3,876 males and 3,531 females.
How many households are there in Furfura?
There are 1,471 households in Furfura.
What is the literacy rate in Furfura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Furfura is 69.84%. Male literacy is 72.60% and female literacy is 66.81%.