Shyampur (P) - Para, Purulia
Shyampur (P) is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.3 km from Para and around 40.9 km from Purulia. Deoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shyampur (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyampur (P) is 330139. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.32 hectares and falls under the 723146 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Shyampur (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shyampur (P)
As per Census 2011, Shyampur (P) village has a total population of 1,068 people, consisting of 551 males and 517 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shyampur (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,068 | 551 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 129 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 443 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 108 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Shyampur (P)
Shyampur (P) 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 Shyampur (P)
Shyampur (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shyampur (P).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raghunathpur to Shyampur (P) is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Shyampur (P) is about 40.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shyampur (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyampur (P) 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 Shyampur (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyampur (P) 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shyampur (P)
Where is Shyampur (P) located?
Shyampur (P) village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shyampur (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shyampur (P) is Deoli.
What is the pincode of Shyampur (P)?
The pincode of Shyampur (P) is 723146.
What is the population of Shyampur (P)?
Shyampur (P) has a total population of 1,068, including 551 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Shyampur (P)?
There are 177 households in Shyampur (P).
What is the literacy rate in Shyampur (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyampur (P) is 69.76%. Male literacy is 80.40% and female literacy is 58.41%.