Sriphalbaria - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Sriphalbaria is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13 km from Sarisha and around 48.4 km from Alipore. Nurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sriphalbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sriphalbaria is 334424. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.02 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sriphalbaria 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 Sriphalbaria
According to the 2011 Census, Sriphalbaria village had a total population of 1,379 people, including 704 males and 675 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.14%, with male literacy at 82.25% and female literacy at 65.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 898, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,379 | 704 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 90 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 898 | 462 | 436 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 880 | 505 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 199 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Sriphalbaria
Sriphalbaria 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 Sriphalbaria
Public transport in the Sriphalbaria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sriphalbaria is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sriphalbaria is about 48.4 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 Sriphalbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sriphalbaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sriphalbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sriphalbaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sriphalbaria
Where is Sriphalbaria located?
Sriphalbaria village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sriphalbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Sriphalbaria is Nurpur.
What is the pincode of Sriphalbaria?
The pincode of Sriphalbaria is 743330.
What is the population of Sriphalbaria?
Sriphalbaria had a total population of 1,379, including 704 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Sriphalbaria?
Sriphalbaria had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sriphalbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sriphalbaria was 74.14%. Male literacy was 82.25% and female literacy was 65.45%.