Petrapol - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Petrapol is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.6 km from Bongaon and around 57.2 km from Barasat. Chhaighoria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petrapol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petrapol is 322566. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.82 hectares and falls under the 743405 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Petrapol 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 Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petrapol
As per Census 2011, Petrapol village has a total population of 1,778 people, consisting of 921 males and 857 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,134 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 622 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petrapol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,778 | 921 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 84 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 321 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,134 | 645 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 276 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Petrapol
Petrapol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khalitpur | West | 1.54 km |
| Jayantipur | North | 1.60 km |
| Naraharipur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Chhaygharia | West | 2.02 km |
| Khalitpur Chak | North | 2.69 km |
| Haridaspur | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Purana Bangaon | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Paikpara | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Angrail | South-West | 4.97 km |
| Purbba Ramchandrapur | North-West | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petrapol
Petrapol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankim Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongaon to Petrapol is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Petrapol is about 57.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petrapol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petrapol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Petrapol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petrapol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Petrapol
Where is Petrapol located?
Petrapol village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petrapol?
The Gram Panchayat of Petrapol is Chhaighoria.
What is the pincode of Petrapol?
The pincode of Petrapol is 743405.
What is the population of Petrapol?
Petrapol has a total population of 1,778, including 921 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Petrapol?
There are 385 households in Petrapol.
What is the literacy rate in Petrapol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petrapol is 63.78%. Male literacy is 70.03% and female literacy is 57.06%.