Srichandrapur - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Srichandrapur is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from Harischandrapur and around 68.5 km from English Bazar. Rashidabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srichandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srichandrapur is 312017. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.75 hectares and falls under the 732140 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Srichandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Srichandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Srichandrapur village had a total population of 4,250 people, including 2,199 males and 2,051 females, living in 977 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.32%, with male literacy at 56.47% and female literacy at 51.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 280, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,250 | 2,199 | 2,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 336 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 140 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,938 | 1,052 | 886 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,312 | 1,147 | 1,165 |
Nearby Villages of Srichandrapur
Srichandrapur 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 Srichandrapur
Public transport in the Srichandrapur is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Srichandrapur is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Srichandrapur is about 68.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srichandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srichandrapur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Srichandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srichandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Srichandrapur
Where is Srichandrapur located?
Srichandrapur village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Srichandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srichandrapur is Rashidabad.
What is the pincode of Srichandrapur?
The pincode of Srichandrapur is 732140.
What is the population of Srichandrapur?
Srichandrapur had a total population of 4,250, including 2,199 males and 2,051 females.
How many households are there in Srichandrapur?
Srichandrapur had 977 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srichandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srichandrapur was 54.32%. Male literacy was 56.47% and female literacy was 51.96%.