Pashpur - Jangipara, Hooghly
Pashpur is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from Jangipara and around 57.6 km from Chinsura. Rasidpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pashpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pashpur is 325716. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.68 hectares and falls under the 712408 pincode. Bargachia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pashpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pashpur village had a total population of 2,792 people, including 1,445 males and 1,347 females, living in 608 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.23%, with male literacy at 90.08% and female literacy at 80.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 546, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,792 | 1,445 | 1,347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 145 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 280 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,146 | 1,171 | 975 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 274 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Pashpur
Pashpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Thakurani | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Khanda Kshetra | North | 1.11 km |
| Senpur | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Bira Chak | East | 1.45 km |
| Sonagachhi | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Ranjapur | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Senpur Dwitiya | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Bilaspur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Paliara | South | 1.90 km |
| Joka | South-West | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pashpur
Pashpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kaikala, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargachia to Pashpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Pashpur is about 57.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pashpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pashpur
Where is Pashpur located?
Pashpur village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pashpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pashpur is Rasidpur.
What is the pincode of Pashpur?
The pincode of Pashpur is 712408.
What is the population of Pashpur?
Pashpur had a total population of 2,792, including 1,445 males and 1,347 females.
How many households are there in Pashpur?
Pashpur had 608 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pashpur was 85.23%. Male literacy was 90.08% and female literacy was 80.05%.