Maminpur - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Maminpur is a village situated in the Swarupnagar subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Swarupnagar and around 47.5 km from Barasat. Saguna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maminpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maminpur is 322791. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.2 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Gobordanga is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Maminpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Maminpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maminpur village had a total population of 946 people, including 496 males and 450 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.46%, with male literacy at 87.11% and female literacy at 77.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
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 | 946 | 496 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 96 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 392 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 104 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Maminpur
Maminpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keotali | West | 0.71 km |
| Saguna | East | 0.74 km |
| Shakdaha | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Taranipur | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Ramnagar | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Bharadanga | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Jadabpur | West | 2.34 km |
| Bhekulia | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Subidpur | East | 2.94 km |
| Pantapara | South | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maminpur
Maminpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gobordanga to Maminpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Maminpur is about 47.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maminpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maminpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maminpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maminpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maminpur
Where is Maminpur located?
Maminpur village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maminpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maminpur is Saguna.
What is the pincode of Maminpur?
The pincode of Maminpur is 743247.
What is the population of Maminpur?
Maminpur had a total population of 946, including 496 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Maminpur?
Maminpur had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maminpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maminpur was 82.46%. Male literacy was 87.11% and female literacy was 77.37%.