Sripur - Pandua, Hooghly
Sripur is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.8 km from Pandua and around 31.2 km from Chinsura. Berelakonchmali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sripur is 324746. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.88 hectares and falls under the 712134 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sripur
As per Census 2011, Sripur village has a total population of 2,033 people, consisting of 1,014 males and 1,019 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,235 literate and 798 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,017 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 310 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,033 | 1,014 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 111 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,017 | 502 | 515 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 151 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 1,235 | 689 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 325 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Sripur
Sripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hazipur | West | 1.04 km |
| Sadhat | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Amanmouri | East | 1.18 km |
| Panpara | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Chetua | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Nishiragar | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Shibpur | North | 1.81 km |
| Kochmali | South | 1.98 km |
| Tailkopa | South | 2.01 km |
| Mabarakpur | West | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sripur
Sripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Debipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 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 | 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 Sripur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Sripur is about 31.2 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 Sripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sripur 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 Sripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sripur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sripur
Where is Sripur located?
Sripur village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sripur is Berelakonchmali.
What is the pincode of Sripur?
The pincode of Sripur is 712134.
What is the population of Sripur?
Sripur has a total population of 2,033, including 1,014 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Sripur?
There are 476 households in Sripur.
What is the literacy rate in Sripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sripur is 60.75%. Male literacy is 67.95% and female literacy is 53.58%.