Alpin - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Alpin is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.9 km from Shyampur and around 58.7 km from Howrah. Syampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alpin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alpin is 333121. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.06 hectares and falls under the 711314 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Alpin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alpin
According to the 2011 Census, Alpin village had a total population of 1,284 people, including 671 males and 613 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.83%, with male literacy at 88.14% and female literacy at 74.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 1,284 | 671 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 973 | 550 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 121 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Alpin
Alpin is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Alpin
Alpin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Alpin is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Alpin is about 58.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alpin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alpin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Alpin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alpin 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alpin
Where is Alpin located?
Alpin village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alpin?
The Gram Panchayat of Alpin is Syampur.
What is the pincode of Alpin?
The pincode of Alpin is 711314.
What is the population of Alpin?
Alpin had a total population of 1,284, including 671 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Alpin?
Alpin had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alpin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alpin was 81.83%. Male literacy was 88.14% and female literacy was 74.87%.