Krishtapur - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Krishtapur is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25 km from Manbazar and around 61.7 km from Purulia. Ankrobarakadam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishtapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishtapur is 332265. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.77 hectares and falls under the 723129 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Krishtapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishtapur
According to the 2011 Census, Krishtapur village had a total population of 745 people, including 379 males and 366 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.44%, with male literacy at 69.58% and female literacy at 42.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 289.
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 | 745 | 379 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 148 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 231 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 148 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Krishtapur
Krishtapur 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 Krishtapur
Krishtapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Krishtapur is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Krishtapur is about 61.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishtapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishtapur 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 Krishtapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishtapur 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 Krishtapur
Where is Krishtapur located?
Krishtapur village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishtapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishtapur is Ankrobarakadam.
What is the pincode of Krishtapur?
The pincode of Krishtapur is 723129.
What is the population of Krishtapur?
Krishtapur had a total population of 745, including 379 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Krishtapur?
Krishtapur had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishtapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishtapur was 56.44%. Male literacy was 69.58% and female literacy was 42.81%.