Shridharpur - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Shridharpur is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 38.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Debagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shridharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shridharpur is 322076. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.4 hectares and falls under the 741238 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shridharpur 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 Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shridharpur
As per Census 2011, Shridharpur village has a total population of 2,218 people, consisting of 1,126 males and 1,092 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,560 literate and 658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,056 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shridharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,218 | 1,126 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 129 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,056 | 527 | 529 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,560 | 826 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 300 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Shridharpur
Shridharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Dhakuria | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Korabari | South | 1.36 km |
| Harighat | North | 1.87 km |
| Matikumra | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Gangnapur (ct) | South | 2.94 km |
| Harachandrapur | North | 3.11 km |
| Raynagar | West | 3.19 km |
| Kamargaria | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Gopinagar Baghadanga | South | 3.58 km |
| Mondalpukuria | East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shridharpur
Shridharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranaghat Junction, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Shridharpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Shridharpur is about 38.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shridharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shridharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shridharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shridharpur 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 Shridharpur
Where is Shridharpur located?
Shridharpur village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shridharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shridharpur is Debagram.
What is the pincode of Shridharpur?
The pincode of Shridharpur is 741238.
What is the population of Shridharpur?
Shridharpur has a total population of 2,218, including 1,126 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Shridharpur?
There are 500 households in Shridharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shridharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shridharpur is 70.33%. Male literacy is 73.36% and female literacy is 67.22%.