Nurpur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Nurpur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Sarisha and around 47.7 km from Alipore. Nurpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nurpur is 334425. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.9 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nurpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nurpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nurpur village had a total population of 7,527 people, including 3,876 males and 3,651 females, living in 1,564 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.53%, with male literacy at 76.83% and female literacy at 67.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,531, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 7,527 | 3,876 | 3,651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 917 | 484 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,531 | 765 | 766 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,794 | 2,606 | 2,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,733 | 1,270 | 1,463 |
Nearby Villages of Nurpur
Nurpur 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 Nurpur
Public transport in the Nurpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Nurpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Nurpur is about 47.7 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 Nurpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nurpur 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 Nurpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nurpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nurpur
Where is Nurpur located?
Nurpur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nurpur?
Nurpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nurpur?
The pincode of Nurpur is 743330.
What is the population of Nurpur?
Nurpur had a total population of 7,527, including 3,876 males and 3,651 females.
How many households are there in Nurpur?
Nurpur had 1,564 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nurpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nurpur was 72.53%. Male literacy was 76.83% and female literacy was 67.99%.