Kalyanpur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Kalyanpur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.5 km from Bongaon and around 64.4 km from Barasat. Ganganandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalyanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalyanpur is 322584. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.15 hectares and falls under the 743251 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kalyanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalyanpur
As per Census 2011, Kalyanpur village has a total population of 790 people, consisting of 381 males and 409 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 552 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalyanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 381 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 225 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 279 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 102 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Kalyanpur
Kalyanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganganandapur | East | 0.93 km |
| Goalbagi | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Arsali | South | 1.00 km |
| Bikrampur | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Chitrangapur | South | 1.81 km |
| Magurkhali | East | 1.87 km |
| Chatrabagi | West | 1.92 km |
| Makra | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Kujarbagi | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Natabaria | North | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalyanpur
Kalyanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pancheberia, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Kalyanpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Kalyanpur is about 64.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalyanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalyanpur 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 Kalyanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalyanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kalyanpur
Where is Kalyanpur located?
Kalyanpur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalyanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalyanpur is Ganganandapur.
What is the pincode of Kalyanpur?
The pincode of Kalyanpur is 743251.
What is the population of Kalyanpur?
Kalyanpur has a total population of 790, including 381 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Kalyanpur?
There are 190 households in Kalyanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kalyanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalyanpur is 69.87%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 66.75%.