Sobharajpur - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Sobharajpur is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 72.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Natidanga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sobharajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sobharajpur is 321131. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.27 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Sobharajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karimpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sobharajpur
As per Census 2011, Sobharajpur village has a total population of 3,539 people, consisting of 1,840 males and 1,699 females. The village has 953 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,904 literate and 1,635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sobharajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,539 | 1,840 | 1,699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 236 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,904 | 998 | 906 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,635 | 842 | 793 |
Nearby Villages of Sobharajpur
Sobharajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Natidanga | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Pipulkhola | East | 2.73 km |
| Thanapara | South | 2.83 km |
| Kusbaria | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Char Adityapur | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Char Jnagar | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Pardiar | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Char Kusbaria | West | 4.51 km |
| Char Jitpur | West | 4.56 km |
| Dakshin Jitpur | West | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sobharajpur
Sobharajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhabta, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Sobharajpur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sobharajpur is about 72.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sobharajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sobharajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sobharajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sobharajpur 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 Sobharajpur
Where is Sobharajpur located?
Sobharajpur village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sobharajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sobharajpur is Natidanga-i.
What is the pincode of Sobharajpur?
The pincode of Sobharajpur is 741152.
What is the population of Sobharajpur?
Sobharajpur has a total population of 3,539, including 1,840 males and 1,699 females.
How many households are there in Sobharajpur?
There are 953 households in Sobharajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sobharajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobharajpur is 53.80%. Male literacy is 54.24% and female literacy is 53.33%.