Banpur - Habibpur, Malda
Banpur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.4 km from Habibpur and around 22.2 km from English Bazar. Sreerampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banpur is 313192. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.9 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Banpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maldaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banpur
As per Census 2011, Banpur village has a total population of 1,320 people, consisting of 670 males and 650 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 806 literate and 514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 534 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 497 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 670 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 79 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 269 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 247 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 467 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 203 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Banpur
Banpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Komarpur | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Jot Kandarpapur | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Uttar Chandpur | North | 1.18 km |
| Mahalbaldi | West | 1.18 km |
| Srirampur | South | 1.22 km |
| Srikrishnapur | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Anantapur | West | 1.62 km |
| Khasharipur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Pathar Banpur | East | 1.86 km |
| Janakibati | North-West | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banpur
Banpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gour Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Banpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Banpur is about 22.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banpur
Where is Banpur located?
Banpur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Banpur is Sreerampur.
What is the pincode of Banpur?
The pincode of Banpur is 732121.
What is the population of Banpur?
Banpur has a total population of 1,320, including 670 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Banpur?
There are 313 households in Banpur.
What is the literacy rate in Banpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banpur is 61.06%. Male literacy is 69.70% and female literacy is 52.15%.