Konakrishnapur - Raina - I, Purba Bardhaman
Konakrishnapur is a village situated in the Raina - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Shyamsundar. Sehara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konakrishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konakrishnapur is 320788. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.91 hectares and falls under the 713423 pincode. Burdwan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Konakrishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raina Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konakrishnapur
As per Census 2011, Konakrishnapur village has a total population of 1,397 people, consisting of 689 males and 708 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,001 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 881 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konakrishnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,397 | 689 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 66 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 881 | 431 | 450 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 537 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 152 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Konakrishnapur
Konakrishnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ujirhati | South | 1.17 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Mogalmari | West | 1.98 km |
| Bendua | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Udgara | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Chandipur | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Ausara | East | 2.81 km |
| Bajitpur | South | 2.83 km |
| Gopinathpur | East | 3.17 km |
| Fakirpur | North | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konakrishnapur
Konakrishnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gangpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Burdwan to Konakrishnapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konakrishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konakrishnapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konakrishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konakrishnapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konakrishnapur
Where is Konakrishnapur located?
Konakrishnapur village is located in Raina - I Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konakrishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Konakrishnapur is Sehara.
What is the pincode of Konakrishnapur?
The pincode of Konakrishnapur is 713423.
What is the population of Konakrishnapur?
Konakrishnapur has a total population of 1,397, including 689 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Konakrishnapur?
There are 298 households in Konakrishnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Konakrishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konakrishnapur is 71.65%. Male literacy is 77.94% and female literacy is 65.54%.