Srirampur - Jaipur, Purulia
Srirampur is a village situated in the Jaipur subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 30.3 km from Jaipur and around 57.6 km from Purulia. Mukundapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srirampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srirampur is 329890. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.31 hectares and falls under the 723201 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Srirampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Srirampur
As per Census 2011, Srirampur village has a total population of 3,554 people, consisting of 1,823 males and 1,731 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,623 literate and 1,931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 656 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srirampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,554 | 1,823 | 1,731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 282 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 656 | 341 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,623 | 1,072 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,931 | 751 | 1,180 |
Nearby Villages of Srirampur
Srirampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangnitanr | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Jahajpur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Ghaghri | West | 1.57 km |
| Pratappur | North | 1.97 km |
| Upar Kahan | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Tanasi | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Chapaitanr | East | 2.35 km |
| Kulara | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Dumardih | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Mukundpur | West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srirampur
Srirampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garh Jaipur, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Puruliya to Srirampur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Srirampur is about 57.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srirampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srirampur 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 Srirampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srirampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Srirampur
Where is Srirampur located?
Srirampur village is located in Jaipur Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srirampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srirampur is Mukundapur.
What is the pincode of Srirampur?
The pincode of Srirampur is 723201.
What is the population of Srirampur?
Srirampur has a total population of 3,554, including 1,823 males and 1,731 females.
How many households are there in Srirampur?
There are 618 households in Srirampur.
What is the literacy rate in Srirampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srirampur is 45.67%. Male literacy is 58.80% and female literacy is 31.83%.