Petrapol
Petrapol is a village located in Bongaon subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.6km away from sub-district headquarter Bongaon (tehsildar office) and 57.2km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Chawberia Ii is the gram panchayat of Petrapol village.
Here you can discover what makes Petrapol unique in its vibrant Bongaon-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Petrapol’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Petrapol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petrapol is 322566. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743405. Bongaon is nearest town to Petrapol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Petrapol
Population of Petrapol
According to the 2011 Census, Petrapol has a total population of about 1,778, with approximately 921 males and 857 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 622 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.78%, with male literacy at about 70.03% and female literacy near 57.06%. There are around 385 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Petrapol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,778 | 921 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 84 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 321 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,134 | 645 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 276 | 368 |
Connectivity of Petrapol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petrapol. As per the 2011 stats, Petrapol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Petrapol
Knowing the nearby villages of Petrapol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petrapol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petrapol
- Where is Petrapol located?
- Petrapol village is situated in Bongaon Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petrapol?
- The Gram Panchayat of Petrapol is Chawberia Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Petrapol?
- The pincode of Petrapol is 743405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petrapol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petrapol is 1,778, with 921 males and 857 females.
- How many households are there in Petrapol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petrapol village has a total of 385 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petrapol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petrapol is 63.78%. The male literacy rate is 70.03%, while the female literacy rate is 57.06%.