Nasirpur - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Nasirpur is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from Harischandrapur and around 74.6 km from English Bazar. Kusidha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nasirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nasirpur is 311982. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.86 hectares and falls under the 732125 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Nasirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanchal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nasirpur
As per Census 2011, Nasirpur village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 373 males and 360 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 704 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nasirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 373 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 55 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 704 | 351 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 22 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 125 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 248 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Nasirpur
Nasirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Jaynagar | North | 0.69 km |
| Kutubpur | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Bhelabari | South-East | 0.92 km |
| Jaynagar | East | 1.14 km |
| Madhaipur | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Bhatol | West | 1.41 km |
| Gochia | South | 1.54 km |
| Kailpara | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Bartabari | North | 1.87 km |
| Dumarkola | South-West | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nasirpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Nasirpur. The nearest railway station is Kamalpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Malda to Nasirpur is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Nasirpur is about 74.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nasirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nasirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nasirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nasirpur 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 Nasirpur
Where is Nasirpur located?
Nasirpur village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nasirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nasirpur is Kusidha.
What is the pincode of Nasirpur?
The pincode of Nasirpur is 732125.
What is the population of Nasirpur?
Nasirpur has a total population of 733, including 373 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Nasirpur?
There are 147 households in Nasirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Nasirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nasirpur is 24.69%. Male literacy is 33.51% and female literacy is 15.56%.