Iswaripur - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Iswaripur is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.4 km from Canning and around 57.6 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Iswaripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iswaripur is 333848. The village covers a total geographical area of 693.55 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Iswaripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Iswaripur
As per Census 2011, Iswaripur village has a total population of 7,955 people, consisting of 4,046 males and 3,909 females. The village has 1,533 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,783 literate and 3,172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 940 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Iswaripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,955 | 4,046 | 3,909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,300 | 680 | 620 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,160 | 602 | 558 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 940 | 485 | 455 |
| Literate Population | 4,783 | 2,642 | 2,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,172 | 1,404 | 1,768 |
Nearby Villages of Iswaripur
Iswaripur 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 Iswaripur
Iswaripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Iswaripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Iswaripur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Iswaripur is about 57.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Iswaripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iswaripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Iswaripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iswaripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Iswaripur
Where is Iswaripur located?
Iswaripur village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iswaripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Iswaripur is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Iswaripur?
The pincode of Iswaripur is 743329.
What is the population of Iswaripur?
Iswaripur has a total population of 7,955, including 4,046 males and 3,909 females.
How many households are there in Iswaripur?
There are 1,533 households in Iswaripur.
What is the literacy rate in Iswaripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iswaripur is 60.13%. Male literacy is 65.30% and female literacy is 54.77%.