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
According to the 2011 Census, Aripara village had a total population of 1,722 people, including 868 males and 854 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.11%, with male literacy at 90.84% and female literacy at 83.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 1,722 | 868 | 854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 71 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,722, including 868 males and 854 females.
How many households are there in Aripara?
Aripara had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aripara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aripara was 87.11%. Male literacy was 90.84% and female literacy was 83.20%.