Shrimantapur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Shrimantapur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Bongaon and around 52.2 km from Barasat. Gopalnagar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shrimantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shrimantapur is 322638. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.98 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bangoan is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shrimantapur 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 Shrimantapur
As per Census 2011, Shrimantapur village has a total population of 1,684 people, consisting of 854 males and 830 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,191 literate and 493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 768 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shrimantapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,684 | 854 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 83 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 337 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 768 | 384 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 655 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 199 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Shrimantapur
Shrimantapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Ramchandrapur | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Sholka Durgapur | East | 1.32 km |
| Palla | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Dharmmapur | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Gopalnagar | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Shubha Ratnapur | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Sanakpur | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Khamarkalla | North | 2.33 km |
| Belta | South | 2.60 km |
| Chithalia | West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shrimantapur
Shrimantapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangoan to Shrimantapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Shrimantapur is about 52.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shrimantapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shrimantapur 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 Shrimantapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shrimantapur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shrimantapur
Where is Shrimantapur located?
Shrimantapur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shrimantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shrimantapur is Gopalnagar-i.
What is the pincode of Shrimantapur?
The pincode of Shrimantapur is 743262.
What is the population of Shrimantapur?
Shrimantapur has a total population of 1,684, including 854 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Shrimantapur?
There are 374 households in Shrimantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shrimantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shrimantapur is 70.72%. Male literacy is 76.70% and female literacy is 64.58%.