Krishna Pur - Krishnaganj, Nadia
Krishna Pur is a village situated in the Krishnaganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krishnaganj and around 23.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Shibnibas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishna Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishna Pur is 321804. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.71 hectares and falls under the 741509 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Krishna Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishna Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Krishna Pur village had a total population of 3,775 people, including 1,972 males and 1,803 females, living in 894 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.78%, with male literacy at 73.80% and female literacy at 63.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,736, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 3,775 | 1,972 | 1,803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 182 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,736 | 910 | 826 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,353 | 1,321 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,422 | 651 | 771 |
Nearby Villages of Krishna Pur
Krishna Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Helenchi | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Par Chandan Nagar | North | 1.78 km |
| Dwip Chandrapur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Bil Bayesa | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Pabakhali | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Chandan Nagar | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Shibnibas | North | 2.43 km |
| Gazna | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Momar Pur | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Naoda Kamalpur | South | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Krishna Pur
Krishna Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarak Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Krishnagar to Krishna Pur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Krishna Pur is about 23.3 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 Krishna Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishna Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krishna Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishna Pur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Krishna Pur
Where is Krishna Pur located?
Krishna Pur village is located in Krishnaganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishna Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishna Pur is Shibnibas.
What is the pincode of Krishna Pur?
The pincode of Krishna Pur is 741509.
What is the population of Krishna Pur?
Krishna Pur had a total population of 3,775, including 1,972 males and 1,803 females.
How many households are there in Krishna Pur?
Krishna Pur had 894 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishna Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishna Pur was 68.78%. Male literacy was 73.80% and female literacy was 63.27%.