Aluipara - Santipur, Nadia
Aluipara is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 15.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Gayeshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aluipara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aluipara is 321923. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.69 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Aluipara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aluipara
As per Census 2011, Aluipara village has a total population of 1,421 people, consisting of 747 males and 674 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aluipara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,421 | 747 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,217 | 644 | 573 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 539 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 208 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Aluipara
Aluipara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sardanga | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Tiabali | East | 1.53 km |
| Saguna | West | 1.93 km |
| Hijuli | South | 2.06 km |
| Boalia | North | 2.06 km |
| Kulia | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Goalpara | East | 2.86 km |
| Kursi | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Joania | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Chakpansila | North | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aluipara
Aluipara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shantipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Santipur to Aluipara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Aluipara is about 15.8 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 Aluipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aluipara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aluipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aluipara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aluipara
Where is Aluipara located?
Aluipara village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aluipara?
The Gram Panchayat of Aluipara is Gayeshpur.
What is the pincode of Aluipara?
The pincode of Aluipara is 741404.
What is the population of Aluipara?
Aluipara has a total population of 1,421, including 747 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Aluipara?
There are 322 households in Aluipara.
What is the literacy rate in Aluipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aluipara is 67.84%. Male literacy is 72.16% and female literacy is 63.06%.