Irda - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Irda is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Haipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irda is 346084. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.35 hectares and falls under the 721404 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Irda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Irda
According to the 2011 Census, Irda village had a total population of 903 people, including 476 males and 427 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.89%, with male literacy at 88.53% and female literacy at 66.02%.
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 | 903 | 476 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 355 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 121 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Irda
Irda 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 Irda
Irda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Irda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Irda 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 Irda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irda 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 Irda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Irda
Where is Irda located?
Irda village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irda?
The Gram Panchayat of Irda is Haipur.
What is the pincode of Irda?
The pincode of Irda is 721404.
What is the population of Irda?
Irda had a total population of 903, including 476 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Irda?
Irda had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irda was 77.89%. Male literacy was 88.53% and female literacy was 66.02%.