Kundipur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Kundipur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from Bongaon and around 65.4 km from Barasat. Gangrapota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundipur is 322529. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.46 hectares and falls under the 743251 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kundipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundipur
As per Census 2011, Kundipur village has a total population of 4,760 people, consisting of 2,424 males and 2,336 females. The village has 1,158 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,722 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,358 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kundipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,760 | 2,424 | 2,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 187 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,358 | 1,214 | 1,144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 3,722 | 1,996 | 1,726 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 428 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Kundipur
Kundipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gainpur | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Kundipur Jalkar | West | 1.35 km |
| Dhalani | North | 1.53 km |
| Ganrapota | South | 1.67 km |
| Gobrapur | South | 2.13 km |
| Uttar Sundarpur | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Bharatpur | West | 2.27 km |
| Krishnachandrapur | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Kamalapur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Ranihati | North | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kundipur
Kundipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aranghata, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bongaon to Kundipur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Kundipur is about 65.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kundipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kundipur
Where is Kundipur located?
Kundipur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundipur is Gangrapota.
What is the pincode of Kundipur?
The pincode of Kundipur is 743251.
What is the population of Kundipur?
Kundipur has a total population of 4,760, including 2,424 males and 2,336 females.
How many households are there in Kundipur?
There are 1,158 households in Kundipur.
What is the literacy rate in Kundipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundipur is 78.19%. Male literacy is 82.34% and female literacy is 73.89%.