Borahanpur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Borahanpur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Bakrahat and around 24.5 km from Alipore. Ramkrishnapur Borhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borahanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borahanpur is 333525. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.41 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Borahanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borahanpur
As per Census 2011, Borahanpur village has a total population of 7,218 people, consisting of 3,691 males and 3,527 females. The village has 1,638 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 824 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,338 literate and 1,880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borahanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,218 | 3,691 | 3,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 417 | 407 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 5,338 | 2,893 | 2,445 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,880 | 798 | 1,082 |
Nearby Villages of Borahanpur
Borahanpur 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 Borahanpur
Borahanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Borahanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Calcutta to Borahanpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Borahanpur is about 24.5 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 Borahanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borahanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borahanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borahanpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borahanpur
Where is Borahanpur located?
Borahanpur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borahanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Borahanpur is Ramkrishnapur Borhanpur.
What is the pincode of Borahanpur?
The pincode of Borahanpur is 743377.
What is the population of Borahanpur?
Borahanpur has a total population of 7,218, including 3,691 males and 3,527 females.
How many households are there in Borahanpur?
There are 1,638 households in Borahanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Borahanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borahanpur is 73.95%. Male literacy is 78.38% and female literacy is 69.32%.