Pirpur - Hanskhali, Nadia
Pirpur is a village situated in the Hanskhali subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanskhali and around 18.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Mamjoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirpur is 321885. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.68 hectares and falls under the 741502 pincode. Krishnanagar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Pirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pirpur village had a total population of 413 people, including 208 males and 205 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.22%, with male literacy at 79.57% and female literacy at 72.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 376, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 413 | 208 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 188 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 148 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 60 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Pirpur
Pirpur 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 Pirpur
Pirpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pirpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnanagar to Pirpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Pirpur is about 18.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pirpur
Where is Pirpur located?
Pirpur village is located in Hanskhali Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pirpur is Mamjoan.
What is the pincode of Pirpur?
The pincode of Pirpur is 741502.
What is the population of Pirpur?
Pirpur had a total population of 413, including 208 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Pirpur?
Pirpur had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirpur was 76.22%. Male literacy was 79.57% and female literacy was 72.83%.