Kripalpur - Basirhat - II, North 24 Parganas
Kripalpur is a village situated in the Basirhat - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. Chita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kripalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kripalpur is 323595. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.98 hectares and falls under the 743445 pincode. Dhayakuri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kripalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basirhat Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kripalpur
As per Census 2011, Kripalpur village has a total population of 4,134 people, consisting of 2,088 males and 2,046 females. The village has 970 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,546 literate and 1,588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 572 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kripalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,134 | 2,088 | 2,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 270 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 282 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 174 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 2,546 | 1,330 | 1,216 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,588 | 758 | 830 |
Nearby Villages of Kripalpur
Kripalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Trimohini | South | 1.40 km |
| Madartala | South | 1.85 km |
| Sadarpurbehala | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Jagatpur | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Manikpur | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Abjan Nagar | West | 2.99 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 3.17 km |
| Kalikapur | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Chatkabaria | West | 3.50 km |
| Dhantala | South | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kripalpur
Kripalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malatipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhayakuri to Kripalpur 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 Kripalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kripalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kripalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kripalpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kripalpur
Where is Kripalpur located?
Kripalpur village is located in Basirhat - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kripalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kripalpur is Chita.
What is the pincode of Kripalpur?
The pincode of Kripalpur is 743445.
What is the population of Kripalpur?
Kripalpur has a total population of 4,134, including 2,088 males and 2,046 females.
How many households are there in Kripalpur?
There are 970 households in Kripalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kripalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kripalpur is 61.59%. Male literacy is 63.70% and female literacy is 59.43%.