Birbhanpur - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Birbhanpur is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Debgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birbhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birbhanpur is 338691. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.63 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Birbhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birbhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Birbhanpur village had a total population of 499 people, including 258 males and 241 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.23%, with male literacy at 87.61% and female literacy at 65.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 499 | 258 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 32 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 198 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 60 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Birbhanpur
Birbhanpur 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 Birbhanpur
Public transport in the Birbhanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Midnapur to Birbhanpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birbhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birbhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Birbhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birbhanpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Birbhanpur
Where is Birbhanpur located?
Birbhanpur village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birbhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birbhanpur is Debgram.
What is the pincode of Birbhanpur?
The pincode of Birbhanpur is 721147.
What is the population of Birbhanpur?
Birbhanpur had a total population of 499, including 258 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Birbhanpur?
Birbhanpur had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birbhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birbhanpur was 77.23%. Male literacy was 87.61% and female literacy was 65.50%.