Pathar Banpur - Habibpur, Malda
Pathar Banpur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.9 km from Habibpur and around 24.3 km from English Bazar. Sreerampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathar Banpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathar Banpur is 313187. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.08 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pathar 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 Pathar Banpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pathar Banpur village had a total population of 215 people, including 93 males and 122 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,312 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.19%, with male literacy at 13.75% and female literacy at 5.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 215.
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 | 215 | 93 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 93 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 82 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Pathar Banpur
Pathar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jot Kandarpapur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Pathar Mahadebbati | East | 1.17 km |
| Dakshin Kharikadanga | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Komarpur | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Pathar Nachhratpur | South | 1.46 km |
| Pathar Bhabsa | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Uttar Chandpur | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Khasharipur | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Banpur | West | 1.86 km |
| Sitalpur | North | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pathar Banpur
Pathar Banpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gour Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Pathar Banpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Pathar Banpur is about 24.3 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 Pathar Banpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathar Banpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathar 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 Pathar Banpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pathar Banpur
Where is Pathar Banpur located?
Pathar Banpur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathar Banpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathar Banpur is Sreerampur.
What is the pincode of Pathar Banpur?
The pincode of Pathar Banpur is 732121.
What is the population of Pathar Banpur?
Pathar Banpur had a total population of 215, including 93 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Pathar Banpur?
Pathar Banpur had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pathar Banpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathar Banpur was 9.19%. Male literacy was 13.75% and female literacy was 5.71%.