Srikantapur
Srikantapur is a village located in Kandi subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Kandi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Srikantapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Hizole is the gram panchayat of Srikantapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Srikantapur unique in its vibrant Kandi-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Srikantapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Srikantapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Srikantapur is 315261. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742140. Kandi is nearest town to Srikantapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Srikantapur
Population of Srikantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Srikantapur has a total population of about 3,779, with approximately 1,891 males and 1,888 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 461 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 334 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.77%, with male literacy at about 63.30% and female literacy near 52.22%. There are around 881 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Srikantapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,779 | 1,891 | 1,888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 239 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 173 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,183 | 1,197 | 986 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 694 | 902 |
Connectivity of Srikantapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Srikantapur. As per the 2011 stats, Srikantapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Srikantapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Srikantapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Srikantapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Srikantapur
- Where is Srikantapur located?
- Srikantapur village is situated in Kandi Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Srikantapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Srikantapur is Hizole (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Srikantapur?
- The pincode of Srikantapur is 742140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Srikantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Srikantapur is 3,779, with 1,891 males and 1,888 females.
- How many households are there in Srikantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Srikantapur village has a total of 881 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Srikantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Srikantapur is 57.77%. The male literacy rate is 63.30%, while the female literacy rate is 52.22%.