Kishorpur - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Kishorpur is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.9 km from Khanakul and around 88.9 km from Chinsura. Kishorepur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishorpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishorpur is 325805. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.81 hectares and falls under the 712617 pincode. Arambag is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kishorpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanakul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kishorpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kishorpur village had a total population of 3,217 people, including 1,691 males and 1,526 females, living in 761 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.05%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 81.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375.
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 | 3,217 | 1,691 | 1,526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 143 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 193 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,571 | 1,457 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 234 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Kishorpur
Kishorpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kishorpur
Kishorpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambag to Kishorpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Kishorpur is about 88.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishorpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishorpur 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 Kishorpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishorpur 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 Kishorpur
Where is Kishorpur located?
Kishorpur village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishorpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishorpur is Kishorepur-i.
What is the pincode of Kishorpur?
The pincode of Kishorpur is 712617.
What is the population of Kishorpur?
Kishorpur had a total population of 3,217, including 1,691 males and 1,526 females.
How many households are there in Kishorpur?
Kishorpur had 761 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kishorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishorpur was 88.05%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 81.20%.