Shyampur Shripur - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Shyampur Shripur is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from Gaighata and around 35.1 km from Barasat. Ichapur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shyampur Shripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyampur Shripur is 322705. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.07 hectares and falls under the 743249 pincode. Gobardanga is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shyampur Shripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaighata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shyampur Shripur
According to the 2011 Census, Shyampur Shripur village had a total population of 972 people, including 520 males and 452 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.04%, with male literacy at 92.60% and female literacy at 85.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 386.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 520 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 47 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 208 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 438 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 82 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Shyampur Shripur
Shyampur Shripur 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 Shyampur Shripur
Shyampur Shripur 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 Shyampur Shripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gobardanga to Shyampur Shripur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Shyampur Shripur is about 35.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shyampur Shripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyampur Shripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shyampur Shripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyampur Shripur 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 Shyampur Shripur
Where is Shyampur Shripur located?
Shyampur Shripur village is located in Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shyampur Shripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shyampur Shripur is Ichapur-i.
What is the pincode of Shyampur Shripur?
The pincode of Shyampur Shripur is 743249.
What is the population of Shyampur Shripur?
Shyampur Shripur had a total population of 972, including 520 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Shyampur Shripur?
Shyampur Shripur had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shyampur Shripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyampur Shripur was 89.04%. Male literacy was 92.60% and female literacy was 85.04%.