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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishtapur
According to the 2011 Census, Krishtapur village had a total population of 537 people, including 279 males and 258 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.84%, with male literacy at 95.55% and female literacy at 79.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 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 had a total population of 537, including 279 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Krishtapur?
Krishtapur had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishtapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishtapur was 87.84%. Male literacy was 95.55% and female literacy was 79.83%.