Peruhareshpur - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Peruhareshpur is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.8 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 32.1 km from Howrah. Harishpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peruhareshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peruhareshpur is 332538. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.04 hectares and falls under the 711410 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Peruhareshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peruhareshpur
As per Census 2011, Peruhareshpur village has a total population of 5,892 people, consisting of 3,011 males and 2,881 females. The village has 1,345 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 529 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,441 literate and 1,451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peruhareshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,892 | 3,011 | 2,881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 276 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 334 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,441 | 2,379 | 2,062 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,451 | 632 | 819 |
Nearby Villages of Peruhareshpur
Peruhareshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaltakhali | South | 1.26 km |
| Dhurkhali | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Jotsadar | East | 1.43 km |
| Par Radhanagar | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Thakurani Chak | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Balichak | West | 2.05 km |
| Narikel Beria | North | 2.20 km |
| Nazarkhan | North | 2.20 km |
| Khaira | South | 2.31 km |
| Kashtasangara | South-East | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peruhareshpur
Peruhareshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kulgachia, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Haora to Peruhareshpur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Peruhareshpur is about 32.1 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 Peruhareshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peruhareshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peruhareshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peruhareshpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Peruhareshpur
Where is Peruhareshpur located?
Peruhareshpur village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peruhareshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Peruhareshpur is Harishpur.
What is the pincode of Peruhareshpur?
The pincode of Peruhareshpur is 711410.
What is the population of Peruhareshpur?
Peruhareshpur has a total population of 5,892, including 3,011 males and 2,881 females.
How many households are there in Peruhareshpur?
There are 1,345 households in Peruhareshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Peruhareshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peruhareshpur is 75.37%. Male literacy is 79.01% and female literacy is 71.57%.