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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sumitrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sumitrapur village had a total population of 548 people, including 280 males and 268 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.26%, with male literacy at 84.26% and female literacy at 64.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 280 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 548, including 280 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Sumitrapur?
Sumitrapur had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumitrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumitrapur was 74.26%. Male literacy was 84.26% and female literacy was 64.44%.