Bara Kamalapur - Singur, Hooghly
Bara Kamalapur is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.2 km from Singur. Bora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Kamalapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Kamalapur is 325545. The village covers a total geographical area of 629.86 hectares and falls under the 712306 pincode. Serampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bara Kamalapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara Kamalapur
As per Census 2011, Bara Kamalapur village has a total population of 20,047 people, consisting of 10,048 males and 9,999 females. The village has 4,559 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,024 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,056 literate and 5,991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 501 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Kamalapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,047 | 10,048 | 9,999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,024 | 1,029 | 995 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,616 | 1,284 | 1,332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 501 | 244 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 14,056 | 7,352 | 6,704 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,991 | 2,696 | 3,295 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Kamalapur
Bara Kamalapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baharampur | East | 1.41 km |
| Pahlanpur | North | 1.45 km |
| Nezampur | South | 1.60 km |
| Haripur | North | 1.88 km |
| Mahammadpur | North | 2.42 km |
| Borai | West | 2.45 km |
| Jhakari | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North | 2.66 km |
| Rostampur | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Piarapur (p) | East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Kamalapur
Bara Kamalapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Begumpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Serampur to Bara Kamalapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Kamalapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Kamalapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bara Kamalapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Kamalapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bara Kamalapur
Where is Bara Kamalapur located?
Bara Kamalapur village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Kamalapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Kamalapur is Bora.
What is the pincode of Bara Kamalapur?
The pincode of Bara Kamalapur is 712306.
What is the population of Bara Kamalapur?
Bara Kamalapur has a total population of 20,047, including 10,048 males and 9,999 females.
How many households are there in Bara Kamalapur?
There are 4,559 households in Bara Kamalapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Kamalapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Kamalapur is 70.12%. Male literacy is 73.17% and female literacy is 67.05%.