Sripur - Habibpur, Malda
Sripur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from Habibpur and around 21.9 km from English Bazar. Kanturka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sripur is 313152. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.92 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sripur
As per Census 2011, Sripur village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 122 males and 106 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 66 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 122 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 42 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 80 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Sripur
Sripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Katla Pukur | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Hialapur | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Karanjabari | West | 1.06 km |
| Chhuchail | East | 1.07 km |
| Tekura | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Fakira Kandar | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Habibpur | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Kashi Pahara | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Kanturka | East | 2.02 km |
| Harail | North-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sripur
Sripur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Old Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Sripur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Sripur is about 21.9 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 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sripur
Where is Sripur located?
Sripur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sripur is Kanturka.
What is the pincode of Sripur?
The pincode of Sripur is 732122.
What is the population of Sripur?
Sripur has a total population of 228, including 122 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Sripur?
There are 53 households in Sripur.
What is the literacy rate in Sripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sripur is 28.95%. Male literacy is 34.43% and female literacy is 22.64%.