Paranchapur
About Paranchapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paranchapur village is 325127. Paranchapur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 141.66 hectares. Paranchapur has a total population of 953 peoples, out of which male population is 488 while female population is 465. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 952 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paranchapur village is 69.99% out of which 72.75% males and 67.10% females are literate. There are about 205 houses in paranchapur village.
When it comes to administration, Paranchapur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Paranchapur village comes under Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Chinsurah is nearest town to paranchapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Paranchapur
The population details of Paranchapur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 953 | 488 | 465 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 198 | 95 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 667 | 355 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 133 | 153 |
Connectivity of Paranchapur
| 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 |
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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%.