Kishorpur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Kishorpur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Bakrahat and around 26.1 km from Alipore. Panchanan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishorpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishorpur is 333513. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.27 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Thakurpukur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kishorpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kishorpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kishorpur village had a total population of 2,094 people, including 1,064 males and 1,030 females, living in 514 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.88%, with male literacy at 88.83% and female literacy at 82.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 2,094 | 1,064 | 1,030 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 97 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 859 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 205 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Kishorpur
Kishorpur 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 Kishorpur
Kishorpur 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 Kishorpur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thakurpukur to Kishorpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kishorpur is about 26.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishorpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishorpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kishorpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishorpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kishorpur
Where is Kishorpur located?
Kishorpur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishorpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishorpur is Panchanan.
What is the pincode of Kishorpur?
The pincode of Kishorpur is 743377.
What is the population of Kishorpur?
Kishorpur had a total population of 2,094, including 1,064 males and 1,030 females.
How many households are there in Kishorpur?
Kishorpur had 514 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kishorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishorpur was 85.88%. Male literacy was 88.83% and female literacy was 82.88%.