Mohanpur - Santuri, Purulia
Mohanpur is a village situated in the Santuri subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from Santuri and around 45.9 km from Purulia. Balitora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohanpur is 330511. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.85 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Burnpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mohanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mohanpur
As per Census 2011, Mohanpur village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 216 males and 214 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mohanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 216 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 111 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 150 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 66 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Mohanpur
Mohanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachandapur | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Nichintapur | South | 0.96 km |
| Dhanasdi | West | 1.32 km |
| Beliapur | North | 1.33 km |
| Binodpur | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Kashtagora | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Ituri | East | 1.90 km |
| Kalikapur | North | 1.94 km |
| Tiluri | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Bhadaspur | South | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mohanpur
Mohanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhukunda, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Burnpur to Mohanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Mohanpur is about 45.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mohanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohanpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mohanpur
Where is Mohanpur located?
Mohanpur village is located in Santuri Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mohanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohanpur is Balitora.
What is the pincode of Mohanpur?
The pincode of Mohanpur is 723133.
What is the population of Mohanpur?
Mohanpur has a total population of 430, including 216 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Mohanpur?
There are 87 households in Mohanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mohanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohanpur is 65.12%. Male literacy is 69.44% and female literacy is 60.75%.