Hulaspur - Murshidabad Jiaganj, Murshidabad
Hulaspur is a village situated in the Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murshidabad and around 25.4 km from the district headquarters in Berhampore. Dangapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hulaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hulaspur is 314885. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.84 hectares and falls under the 742164 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hulaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hulaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Hulaspur village had a total population of 2,499 people, including 1,268 males and 1,231 females, living in 609 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.51%, with male literacy at 55.61% and female literacy at 55.40%.
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 | 2,499 | 1,268 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 146 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 624 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 644 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Hulaspur
Hulaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Chandpur | East | 1.93 km |
| Dharmmapur | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Hasenpur | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Purba Gobindapur | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Dangapara | East | 2.30 km |
| Maheswarpuri | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Kanksa | West | 3.15 km |
| Char Chatra | North | 3.24 km |
| Bati | South-East | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hulaspur
Hulaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murshidabad, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 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 Berhampore to Hulaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Berhampore to Hulaspur is about 25.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hulaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hulaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hulaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hulaspur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hulaspur
Where is Hulaspur located?
Hulaspur village is located in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hulaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hulaspur is Dangapara.
What is the pincode of Hulaspur?
The pincode of Hulaspur is 742164.
What is the population of Hulaspur?
Hulaspur had a total population of 2,499, including 1,268 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Hulaspur?
Hulaspur had 609 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hulaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hulaspur was 55.51%. Male literacy was 55.61% and female literacy was 55.40%.