Sripur - Sankrail, Jhargram
Sripur is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Rohini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sripur is 341405. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.58 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sripur
As per Census 2011, Sripur village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 303 males and 277 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 303 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 47 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 186 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 117 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Sripur
Sripur 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 Sripur
Sripur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Sripur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sripur
Where is Sripur located?
Sripur village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sripur is Rohini.
What is the pincode of Sripur?
The pincode of Sripur is 721516.
What is the population of Sripur?
Sripur has a total population of 580, including 303 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Sripur?
There are 122 households in Sripur.
What is the literacy rate in Sripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sripur is 54.83%. Male literacy is 61.39% and female literacy is 47.65%.