Takipur - Karimpur - I, Nadia
Takipur is a village situated in the Karimpur - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karimpur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Jamasherpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takipur is 321053. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.13 hectares and falls under the 741122 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Takipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Takipur
As per Census 2011, Takipur village has a total population of 2,334 people, consisting of 1,196 males and 1,138 females. The village has 662 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,666 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,334 | 1,196 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 103 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,666 | 887 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 309 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Takipur
Takipur 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 Takipur
Takipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Takipur is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Takipur is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takipur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Takipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Takipur
Where is Takipur located?
Takipur village is located in Karimpur - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Takipur is Jamasherpur.
What is the pincode of Takipur?
The pincode of Takipur is 741122.
What is the population of Takipur?
Takipur has a total population of 2,334, including 1,196 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Takipur?
There are 662 households in Takipur.
What is the literacy rate in Takipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takipur is 71.38%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 68.45%.