Hosenpur - Egra - I, Purba Medinipur
Hosenpur is a village situated in the Egra - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Chatri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosenpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosenpur is 346618. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.69 hectares and falls under the 721429 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Hosenpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hosenpur
According to the 2011 Census, Hosenpur village had a total population of 221 people, including 112 males and 109 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.72%, with male literacy at 87.63% and female literacy at 67.71%.
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 | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 85 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 27 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Hosenpur
Hosenpur 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 Hosenpur
Hosenpur 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 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 Egra to Hosenpur is about 11 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 Hosenpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosenpur 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 Hosenpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosenpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hosenpur
Where is Hosenpur located?
Hosenpur village is located in Egra - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosenpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosenpur is Chatri.
What is the pincode of Hosenpur?
The pincode of Hosenpur is 721429.
What is the population of Hosenpur?
Hosenpur had a total population of 221, including 112 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Hosenpur?
Hosenpur had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosenpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosenpur was 77.72%. Male literacy was 87.63% and female literacy was 67.71%.