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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Baikunthapur village had a total population of 1,761 people, including 895 males and 866 females, living in 412 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.43%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 88.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 1,761 | 895 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,761, including 895 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Baikunthapur?
Baikunthapur had 412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baikunthapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baikunthapur was 91.43%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 88.42%.