Sumitrapur - Gopiballavpur - I, Jhargram
Sumitrapur is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Saria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumitrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumitrapur is 340682. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.47 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Sumitrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sumitrapur
As per Census 2011, Sumitrapur village has a total population of 548 people, consisting of 280 males and 268 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sumitrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 280 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 198 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 82 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Sumitrapur
Sumitrapur 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 Sumitrapur
Sumitrapur 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Sumitrapur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumitrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumitrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sumitrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumitrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sumitrapur
Where is Sumitrapur located?
Sumitrapur village is located in Gopiballavpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumitrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumitrapur is Saria.
What is the pincode of Sumitrapur?
The pincode of Sumitrapur is 721506.
What is the population of Sumitrapur?
Sumitrapur has a total population of 548, including 280 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Sumitrapur?
There are 116 households in Sumitrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sumitrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumitrapur is 64.23%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 57.46%.