Srikantapur - Kandi, Murshidabad
Srikantapur is a village situated in the Kandi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Hizole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikantapur is 315261. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.98 hectares and falls under the 742140 pincode. Kandi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Srikantapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Srikantapur
As per Census 2011, Srikantapur village has a total population of 3,779 people, consisting of 1,891 males and 1,888 females. The village has 881 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,183 literate and 1,596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srikantapur are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,183 | 1,197 | 986 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 694 | 902 |
Nearby Villages of Srikantapur
Srikantapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harinagar | West | 1.12 km |
| Benipur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Gopalnagar | North | 1.37 km |
| Indrahata | North | 2.42 km |
| Chandanagar | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Chator | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Purandarpur | West | 2.89 km |
| Jitpur | West | 3.01 km |
| Chandra Prasadpur | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Bundai | North-West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srikantapur
Srikantapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanthaliya Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandi to Srikantapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srikantapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikantapur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Srikantapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srikantapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Srikantapur
Where is Srikantapur located?
Srikantapur village is located in Kandi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srikantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikantapur is Hizole.
What is the pincode of Srikantapur?
The pincode of Srikantapur is 742140.
What is the population of Srikantapur?
Srikantapur has a total population of 3,779, including 1,891 males and 1,888 females.
How many households are there in Srikantapur?
There are 881 households in Srikantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Srikantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikantapur is 57.77%. Male literacy is 63.30% and female literacy is 52.22%.