Shrirampur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Shrirampur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Bongaon and around 57.3 km from Barasat. Gopalnagar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shrirampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shrirampur is 322609. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.16 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shrirampur 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 Shrirampur
As per Census 2011, Shrirampur village has a total population of 1,652 people, consisting of 872 males and 780 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 948 literate and 704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shrirampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,652 | 872 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 262 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 545 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 327 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Shrirampur
Shrirampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Natidanga | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Matihara | West | 1.14 km |
| Asurhat | North | 1.52 km |
| Alakulipur | East | 1.54 km |
| Monaharpur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Saili | South | 1.86 km |
| Mollahati | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Dakshin Panchpota | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Majdob | North | 2.56 km |
| Dakshin Baliadanga | South-East | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shrirampur
Shrirampur 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 47.1 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 Bangaon to Shrirampur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Shrirampur is about 57.3 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 Shrirampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shrirampur 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 Shrirampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shrirampur 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 Shrirampur
Where is Shrirampur located?
Shrirampur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shrirampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shrirampur is Gopalnagar-i.
What is the pincode of Shrirampur?
The pincode of Shrirampur is 743262.
What is the population of Shrirampur?
Shrirampur has a total population of 1,652, including 872 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Shrirampur?
There are 382 households in Shrirampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shrirampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shrirampur is 57.38%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 51.67%.