Shripur - Chandrakona - II, Paschim Medinipur
Shripur is a village situated in the Chandrakona - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Basanchora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shripur is 337590. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.87 hectares and falls under the 721201 pincode. Chandrakona is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shripur
As per Census 2011, Shripur village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 185 males and 196 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 185 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 141 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 44 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Shripur
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 Shripur
Shripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chandrakona to Shripur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shripur
Where is Shripur located?
Shripur village is located in Chandrakona - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shripur is Basanchora.
What is the pincode of Shripur?
The pincode of Shripur is 721201.
What is the population of Shripur?
Shripur has a total population of 381, including 185 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Shripur?
There are 81 households in Shripur.
What is the literacy rate in Shripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shripur is 70.60%. Male literacy is 76.22% and female literacy is 65.31%.