Popai
Popai is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.5km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 18.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Goswamimalipara is the gram panchayat of Popai village.
Popai 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 Popai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Popai is 325292. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.33 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Popai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Popai 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 Popai
Population of Popai
Below is a concise population overview of Popai 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 | 1,846 | 972 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 115 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 745 | 383 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 162 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 1,099 | 627 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 747 | 345 | 402 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Popai village:
- The total population of Popai village is around 1,846, including approximately 972 males and 874 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 219 children aged 0–6 years in Popai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Popai village has 745 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 315 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Popai village is about 59.53%, with male literacy at 64.51% and female literacy at 54.00%.
- There are around 402 households in Popai village.
Connectivity of Popai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Popai. As per the 2011 stats, Popai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Popai
Knowing the nearby villages of Popai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Popai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Popai
- Where is Popai located?
- Popai village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Popai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Popai is Goswamimalipara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Popai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Popai is 1,846, with 972 males and 874 females.
- How many households are there in Popai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Popai village has a total of 402 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Popai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Popai is 59.53%. The male literacy rate is 64.51%, while the female literacy rate is 54.00%.