Shyampur - Pursura, Hooghly
Shyampur is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from Pursura and around 47.3 km from Chinsura. Shyampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyampur is 324437. The village covers a total geographical area of 434.74 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shyampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shyampur
As per Census 2011, Shyampur village has a total population of 6,719 people, consisting of 3,456 males and 3,263 females. The village has 1,501 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 753 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,654 literate and 2,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shyampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,719 | 3,456 | 3,263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 753 | 400 | 353 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,295 | 643 | 652 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,654 | 2,554 | 2,100 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,065 | 902 | 1,163 |
Nearby Villages of Shyampur
Shyampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neota | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Par Shyampur | East | 1.88 km |
| Kotalpara | East | 1.89 km |
| Ghol Digrui | West | 1.92 km |
| Akri Fatepur | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Pantahari | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Chilladangi | North | 2.26 km |
| Rampur | South | 2.32 km |
| Harua | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Shib Chak | East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shyampur
Shyampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Shyampur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Shyampur is about 47.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shyampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyampur 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 Shyampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shyampur
Where is Shyampur located?
Shyampur village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shyampur?
Shyampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shyampur?
The pincode of Shyampur is 712410.
What is the population of Shyampur?
Shyampur has a total population of 6,719, including 3,456 males and 3,263 females.
How many households are there in Shyampur?
There are 1,501 households in Shyampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shyampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyampur is 69.27%. Male literacy is 73.90% and female literacy is 64.36%.