Acharpara - Pandua, Hooghly
Acharpara is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from Pandua and around 30.1 km from Chinsura. Lchhobadaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Acharpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Acharpara is 324882. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.98 hectares and falls under the 712146 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town.
Acharpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Acharpara
According to the 2011 Census, Acharpara village had a total population of 336 people, including 164 males and 172 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.09%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 68.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 219.
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 | 336 | 164 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 107 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 119 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 45 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Acharpara
Acharpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Depara | South | 0.85 km |
| Asua | North | 1.02 km |
| Balarampur | West | 1.12 km |
| Anch Gari | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Muktikri | East | 1.36 km |
| Rameswar | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Baikunthapur | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Jamgram | West | 2.21 km |
| Suye | North | 2.44 km |
| Kalyanshri | East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Acharpara
Acharpara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khanyan, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chinsura to Acharpara is about 30.1 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 Acharpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Acharpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Acharpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Acharpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Acharpara
Where is Acharpara located?
Acharpara village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Acharpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Acharpara is Lchhobadaspur.
What is the pincode of Acharpara?
The pincode of Acharpara is 712146.
What is the population of Acharpara?
Acharpara had a total population of 336, including 164 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Acharpara?
Acharpara had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Acharpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Acharpara was 76.09%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 68.15%.