Sompur - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Sompur is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.6 km from Baduria. Ramchandrapur Uday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sompur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sompur is 323443. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.91 hectares and falls under the 743401 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sompur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Swarupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sompur
According to the 2011 Census, Sompur village had a total population of 1,202 people, including 616 males and 586 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.37%, with male literacy at 79.49% and female literacy at 75.14%.
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 | 1,202 | 616 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 834 | 438 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 178 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Sompur
Sompur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atlia | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Masia | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Narikelberia | North | 1.81 km |
| Jashaikati | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Kulia | East | 2.08 km |
| Buruj | North | 2.21 km |
| Sannya | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Kalinga | West | 2.27 km |
| Nabastia | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-East | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sompur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sompur. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baduria to Sompur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sompur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sompur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sompur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sompur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sompur
Where is Sompur located?
Sompur village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sompur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sompur is Ramchandrapur Uday.
What is the pincode of Sompur?
The pincode of Sompur is 743401.
What is the population of Sompur?
Sompur had a total population of 1,202, including 616 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Sompur?
Sompur had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sompur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompur was 77.37%. Male literacy was 79.49% and female literacy was 75.14%.