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
As per Census 2011, Kishorpur village has a total population of 2,094 people, consisting of 1,064 males and 1,030 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,648 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kishorpur are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,094, including 1,064 males and 1,030 females.
How many households are there in Kishorpur?
There are 514 households in Kishorpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kishorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishorpur is 78.70%. Male literacy is 80.73% and female literacy is 76.60%.