Kaipukharia - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Kaipukharia is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Gaighata and around 47 km from Barasat. Duma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaipukharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaipukharia is 322746. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.94 hectares and falls under the 743245 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kaipukharia 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 Kaipukharia
As per Census 2011, Kaipukharia village has a total population of 755 people, consisting of 382 males and 373 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaipukharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 755 | 382 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 328 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 54 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Kaipukharia
Kaipukharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kaipukharia
Kaipukharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kaipukharia.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Kaipukharia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Kaipukharia is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaipukharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaipukharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaipukharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaipukharia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaipukharia
Where is Kaipukharia located?
Kaipukharia village is located in Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaipukharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaipukharia is Duma.
What is the pincode of Kaipukharia?
The pincode of Kaipukharia is 743245.
What is the population of Kaipukharia?
Kaipukharia has a total population of 755, including 382 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Kaipukharia?
There are 192 households in Kaipukharia.
What is the literacy rate in Kaipukharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaipukharia is 80.93%. Male literacy is 85.86% and female literacy is 75.87%.