Krishnapur - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Krishnapur is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Falta and around 35.1 km from Alipore. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnapur is 334203. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.01 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Krishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Krishnapur village had a total population of 873 people, including 449 males and 424 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.48%, with male literacy at 85.03% and female literacy at 73.58%.
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 | 873 | 449 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 335 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 114 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnapur
Krishnapur 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 Krishnapur
Krishnapur 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 Krishnapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Krishnapur is about 35.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krishnapur
Where is Krishnapur located?
Krishnapur village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Krishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnapur is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Krishnapur?
The pincode of Krishnapur is 743504.
What is the population of Krishnapur?
Krishnapur had a total population of 873, including 449 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Krishnapur?
Krishnapur had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnapur was 79.48%. Male literacy was 85.03% and female literacy was 73.58%.