Krishtapur - Santuri, Purulia
Krishtapur is a village situated in the Santuri subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.8 km from Santuri and around 61.7 km from Purulia. Ramchandrapur-kotaldi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishtapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishtapur is 330520. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.14 hectares and falls under the 723156 pincode. Burnpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Krishtapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishtapur
As per Census 2011, Krishtapur village has a total population of 537 people, consisting of 279 males and 258 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krishtapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 279 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 57 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 236 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 43 | 68 |
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
Public transport in the Krishtapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Krishtapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burnpur to Krishtapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krishtapur
Where is Krishtapur located?
Krishtapur village is located in Santuri Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishtapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishtapur is Ramchandrapur-kotaldi.
What is the pincode of Krishtapur?
The pincode of Krishtapur is 723156.
What is the population of Krishtapur?
Krishtapur has a total population of 537, including 279 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Krishtapur?
There are 133 households in Krishtapur.
What is the literacy rate in Krishtapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishtapur is 79.33%. Male literacy is 84.59% and female literacy is 73.64%.