Shyamsundarpur - Raghunathpur - I, Purulia
Shyamsundarpur is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.4 km from Raghunathpur and around 62.8 km from Purulia. Babugram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shyamsundarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyamsundarpur is 330269. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.96 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Anara Rly Colon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shyamsundarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shyamsundarpur
As per Census 2011, Shyamsundarpur village has a total population of 891 people, consisting of 447 males and 444 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shyamsundarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 891 | 447 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 115 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 202 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 180 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 267 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Shyamsundarpur
Shyamsundarpur 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 Shyamsundarpur
Shyamsundarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shyamsundarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anara Rly Colon to Shyamsundarpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Shyamsundarpur is about 62.8 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 Shyamsundarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyamsundarpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shyamsundarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyamsundarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shyamsundarpur
Where is Shyamsundarpur located?
Shyamsundarpur village is located in Raghunathpur - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shyamsundarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shyamsundarpur is Babugram.
What is the pincode of Shyamsundarpur?
The pincode of Shyamsundarpur is 723133.
What is the population of Shyamsundarpur?
Shyamsundarpur has a total population of 891, including 447 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Shyamsundarpur?
There are 160 households in Shyamsundarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shyamsundarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyamsundarpur is 32.44%. Male literacy is 40.27% and female literacy is 24.55%.