Kelepara - Pursura, Hooghly
Kelepara is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from Pursura and around 55.5 km from Chinsura. Kelepara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelepara is 324396. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.69 hectares and falls under the 712414 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kelepara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kelepara
As per Census 2011, Kelepara village has a total population of 3,949 people, consisting of 2,016 males and 1,933 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,734 literate and 1,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelepara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,949 | 2,016 | 1,933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 232 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,210 | 610 | 600 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,734 | 1,492 | 1,242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 524 | 691 |
Nearby Villages of Kelepara
Kelepara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghar Gohal | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Dulalbati | West | 1.67 km |
| Ranbagpur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Deulpara | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Dihibatpur | South | 1.93 km |
| Kulbatpur | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Baikunthapur | East | 2.34 km |
| Soaluk | North | 2.36 km |
| Kanraria | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Nachhipur | South-East | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kelepara
Kelepara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tarakeswar to Kelepara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Kelepara is about 55.5 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 Kelepara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelepara 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 Kelepara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelepara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kelepara
Where is Kelepara located?
Kelepara village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelepara?
Kelepara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kelepara?
The pincode of Kelepara is 712414.
What is the population of Kelepara?
Kelepara has a total population of 3,949, including 2,016 males and 1,933 females.
How many households are there in Kelepara?
There are 820 households in Kelepara.
What is the literacy rate in Kelepara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelepara is 69.23%. Male literacy is 74.01% and female literacy is 64.25%.