Paranchapur
Paranchapur is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 21.7km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Mahanad is the gram panchayat of Paranchapur village.
Paranchapur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Paranchapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paranchapur is 325127. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.66 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Paranchapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Paranchapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Paranchapur
Population of Paranchapur
Below is a concise population overview of Paranchapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 953 | 488 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 95 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 667 | 355 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 133 | 153 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paranchapur village:
- The total population of Paranchapur village is around 953, including approximately 488 males and 465 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Paranchapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paranchapur village has 198 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Paranchapur village is about 69.99%, with male literacy at 72.75% and female literacy at 67.10%.
- There are around 205 households in Paranchapur village.
Connectivity of Paranchapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paranchapur. As per the 2011 stats, Paranchapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paranchapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Paranchapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paranchapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paranchapur
- Where is Paranchapur located?
- Paranchapur village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paranchapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paranchapur is Mahanad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Paranchapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paranchapur is 953, with 488 males and 465 females.
- How many households are there in Paranchapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paranchapur village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paranchapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paranchapur is 69.99%. The male literacy rate is 72.75%, while the female literacy rate is 67.10%.