Sriballabhpur - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Sriballabhpur is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from Falta and around 35.6 km from Alipore. Mallikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sriballabhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sriballabhpur is 334198. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.4 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sriballabhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sriballabhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sriballabhpur village had a total population of 678 people, including 361 males and 317 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.50%, with male literacy at 85.54% and female literacy at 79.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 678 | 361 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 284 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 77 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Sriballabhpur
Sriballabhpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakur Tala | North-West | 0.53 km |
| Bakul Tala | East | 0.77 km |
| Paschim Daulatpur | South | 0.94 km |
| Guthari | South | 1.47 km |
| Paikan | East | 2.12 km |
| Mamudpur | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Padmapur | West | 2.55 km |
| Baidya Khali | West | 2.68 km |
| Barasat | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Uttar Sagaria | East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sriballabhpur
Sriballabhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ulubaria, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| 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 Sriballabhpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sriballabhpur is about 35.6 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 Sriballabhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sriballabhpur 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 Sriballabhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sriballabhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sriballabhpur
Where is Sriballabhpur located?
Sriballabhpur village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sriballabhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sriballabhpur is Mallikpur.
What is the pincode of Sriballabhpur?
The pincode of Sriballabhpur is 743504.
What is the population of Sriballabhpur?
Sriballabhpur had a total population of 678, including 361 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Sriballabhpur?
Sriballabhpur had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sriballabhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sriballabhpur was 82.50%. Male literacy was 85.54% and female literacy was 79.04%.