Hazipur - Pandua, Hooghly
Hazipur is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from Pandua and around 37.6 km from Chinsura. Berelakonchmali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hazipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hazipur is 324745. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.3 hectares and falls under the 712146 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hazipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hazipur
According to the 2011 Census, Hazipur village had a total population of 574 people, including 292 males and 282 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.41%, with male literacy at 91.57% and female literacy at 70.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 307, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 574 | 292 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 151 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 239 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 53 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Hazipur
Hazipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panpara | South | 0.99 km |
| Sripur | East | 1.04 km |
| Mabarakpur | West | 1.09 km |
| Nishiragar | North | 1.10 km |
| Shibpur | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Sadhat | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Amanmouri | East | 2.09 km |
| Kochmali | South | 2.22 km |
| Amudpur | West | 2.45 km |
| Maheshpur | North-West | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hazipur
Hazipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Debipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Hazipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Hazipur is about 37.6 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 Hazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hazipur 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 Hazipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hazipur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hazipur
Where is Hazipur located?
Hazipur village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hazipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hazipur is Berelakonchmali.
What is the pincode of Hazipur?
The pincode of Hazipur is 712146.
What is the population of Hazipur?
Hazipur had a total population of 574, including 292 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Hazipur?
Hazipur had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hazipur was 81.41%. Male literacy was 91.57% and female literacy was 70.80%.