Pirojpur - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Pirojpur is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.5 km from Harischandrapur and around 66.8 km from English Bazar. Barui serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pirojpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirojpur is 312029. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.17 hectares and falls under the 732123 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Pirojpur 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 Pirojpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pirojpur village had a total population of 361 people, including 189 males and 172 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.79%, with male literacy at 67.68% and female literacy at 48.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268.
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 | 361 | 189 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 138 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 111 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 78 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Pirojpur
Pirojpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pirojpur
Public transport in the Pirojpur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Pirojpur is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Pirojpur is about 66.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pirojpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirojpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pirojpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirojpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pirojpur
Where is Pirojpur located?
Pirojpur village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirojpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pirojpur is Barui.
What is the pincode of Pirojpur?
The pincode of Pirojpur is 732123.
What is the population of Pirojpur?
Pirojpur had a total population of 361, including 189 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Pirojpur?
Pirojpur had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pirojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirojpur was 58.79%. Male literacy was 67.68% and female literacy was 48.99%.