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
According to the 2011 Census, Sobharajpur village had a total population of 3,539 people, including 1,840 males and 1,699 females, living in 953 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.56%, with male literacy at 62.22% and female literacy at 60.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 3,539 | 1,840 | 1,699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 236 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,539, including 1,840 males and 1,699 females.
How many households are there in Sobharajpur?
Sobharajpur had 953 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sobharajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobharajpur was 61.56%. Male literacy was 62.22% and female literacy was 60.85%.