Aripara - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Aripara is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Dongaria and around 27.5 km from Alipore. Naskarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aripara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aripara is 333372. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.13 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Aripara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aripara
As per Census 2011, Aripara village has a total population of 1,722 people, consisting of 868 males and 854 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,358 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aripara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,722 | 868 | 854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 71 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 724 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 144 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Aripara
Aripara 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 Aripara
Aripara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dakshin Raipur to Aripara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Aripara is about 27.5 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 Aripara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aripara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aripara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aripara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aripara
Where is Aripara located?
Aripara village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aripara?
The Gram Panchayat of Aripara is Naskarpur.
What is the pincode of Aripara?
The pincode of Aripara is 743318.
What is the population of Aripara?
Aripara has a total population of 1,722, including 868 males and 854 females.
How many households are there in Aripara?
There are 398 households in Aripara.
What is the literacy rate in Aripara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aripara is 78.86%. Male literacy is 83.41% and female literacy is 74.24%.