Krishnapur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Krishnapur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from Bakrahat and around 26.1 km from Alipore. Panchanan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnapur is 333524. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.1 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Thakurpukur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Krishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishnapur
As per Census 2011, Krishnapur village has a total population of 1,700 people, consisting of 880 males and 820 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,341 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krishnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,700 | 880 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 732 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 148 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnapur
Krishnapur 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 Krishnapur
Krishnapur 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 Krishnapur.
| 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 Krishnapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Krishnapur 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 Krishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Krishnapur
Where is Krishnapur located?
Krishnapur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnapur is Panchanan.
What is the pincode of Krishnapur?
The pincode of Krishnapur is 743377.
What is the population of Krishnapur?
Krishnapur has a total population of 1,700, including 880 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Krishnapur?
There are 410 households in Krishnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnapur is 78.88%. Male literacy is 83.18% and female literacy is 74.27%.