Baikunthapur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Baikunthapur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from Piyali and around 21.9 km from Alipore. Hariharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baikunthapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baikunthapur is 333907. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.27 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Baikunthapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baikunthapur
As per Census 2011, Baikunthapur village has a total population of 1,761 people, consisting of 895 males and 866 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,482 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baikunthapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,761 | 895 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,482 | 772 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 123 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Baikunthapur
Baikunthapur 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 Baikunthapur
Baikunthapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Baikunthapur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Baikunthapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Baikunthapur is about 21.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baikunthapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baikunthapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baikunthapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baikunthapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baikunthapur
Where is Baikunthapur located?
Baikunthapur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baikunthapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Baikunthapur is Hariharpur.
What is the pincode of Baikunthapur?
The pincode of Baikunthapur is 700144.
What is the population of Baikunthapur?
Baikunthapur has a total population of 1,761, including 895 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Baikunthapur?
There are 412 households in Baikunthapur.
What is the literacy rate in Baikunthapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baikunthapur is 84.16%. Male literacy is 86.26% and female literacy is 81.99%.