Tepul - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Tepul is a village situated in the Swarupnagar subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.2 km from Swarupnagar and around 39 km from Barasat. Tepur Mirzapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tepul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tepul is 322779. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.9 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Gobordanga is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Tepul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tepul
As per Census 2011, Tepul village has a total population of 3,762 people, consisting of 1,916 males and 1,846 females. The village has 932 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,974 literate and 788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,542 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tepul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,762 | 1,916 | 1,846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 152 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,542 | 796 | 746 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 2,974 | 1,580 | 1,394 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 336 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Tepul
Tepul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parui | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Pubali | East | 1.50 km |
| Madhusudankati | North | 2.23 km |
| Damhati | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Jamdani | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Tegharia | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Goyeshpur | South | 2.94 km |
| Kanchdahh | East | 3.09 km |
| Gazna | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Bagghata | South-East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tepul
Tepul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| 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 Gobordanga to Tepul is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Tepul is about 39 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 Tepul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tepul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tepul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tepul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tepul
Where is Tepul located?
Tepul village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tepul?
The Gram Panchayat of Tepul is Tepur Mirzapur.
What is the pincode of Tepul?
The pincode of Tepul is 743247.
What is the population of Tepul?
Tepul has a total population of 3,762, including 1,916 males and 1,846 females.
How many households are there in Tepul?
There are 932 households in Tepul.
What is the literacy rate in Tepul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tepul is 79.05%. Male literacy is 82.46% and female literacy is 75.51%.