Srikrishnapur - Habibpur, Malda
Srikrishnapur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.6 km from Habibpur and around 22.8 km from English Bazar. Sreerampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikrishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikrishnapur is 313174. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.7 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Srikrishnapur 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 Srikrishnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Srikrishnapur village had a total population of 540 people, including 269 males and 271 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.23%, with male literacy at 59.05% and female literacy at 39.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 539.
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 | 540 | 269 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 37 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 269 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 137 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 132 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Srikrishnapur
Srikrishnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Janakibati | North | 0.78 km |
| Uttar Chandpur | East | 0.99 km |
| Mahalbaldi | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Banpur | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Pathar Niabati | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Pathar Srikrishnapur | West | 1.40 km |
| Jot Kandarpapur | East | 1.64 km |
| Jagadishpur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Anantapur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Pathar Bhabsa | East | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srikrishnapur
Srikrishnapur 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 16.3 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 Srikrishnapur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Srikrishnapur is about 22.8 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 Srikrishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikrishnapur 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 Srikrishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srikrishnapur 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 Srikrishnapur
Where is Srikrishnapur located?
Srikrishnapur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srikrishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikrishnapur is Sreerampur.
What is the pincode of Srikrishnapur?
The pincode of Srikrishnapur is 732121.
What is the population of Srikrishnapur?
Srikrishnapur had a total population of 540, including 269 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Srikrishnapur?
Srikrishnapur had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srikrishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikrishnapur was 49.23%. Male literacy was 59.05% and female literacy was 39.01%.