Birpara - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Birpara is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from Sarisha and around 47.8 km from Alipore. Kalatalahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birpara is 334419. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.94 hectares and falls under the 743513 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Birpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birpara
As per Census 2011, Birpara village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 503 males and 476 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 664 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 503 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 195 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 356 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 147 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Birpara
Birpara 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 Birpara
Birpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Birpara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Birpara is about 47.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birpara
Where is Birpara located?
Birpara village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Birpara is Kalatalahat.
What is the pincode of Birpara?
The pincode of Birpara is 743513.
What is the population of Birpara?
Birpara has a total population of 979, including 503 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Birpara?
There are 219 households in Birpara.
What is the literacy rate in Birpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpara is 67.82%. Male literacy is 70.78% and female literacy is 64.71%.