Brihaspatipur - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Brihaspatipur is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from Falta and around 41.5 km from Alipore. Harindanga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brihaspatipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brihaspatipur is 334274. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.96 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Brihaspatipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Brihaspatipur
According to the 2011 Census, Brihaspatipur village had a total population of 680 people, including 350 males and 330 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.45%, with male literacy at 74.16% and female literacy at 68.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 680 | 350 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 221 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 129 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Brihaspatipur
Brihaspatipur 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 Brihaspatipur
Brihaspatipur 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Brihaspatipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Brihaspatipur is about 41.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brihaspatipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brihaspatipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Brihaspatipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brihaspatipur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brihaspatipur
Where is Brihaspatipur located?
Brihaspatipur village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Brihaspatipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Brihaspatipur is Harindanga-i.
What is the pincode of Brihaspatipur?
The pincode of Brihaspatipur is 743504.
What is the population of Brihaspatipur?
Brihaspatipur had a total population of 680, including 350 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Brihaspatipur?
Brihaspatipur had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brihaspatipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brihaspatipur was 71.45%. Male literacy was 74.16% and female literacy was 68.71%.