Bhupendrapur - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Bhupendrapur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.4 km from Gosaba and around 76.5 km from Alipore. Shambhunagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhupendrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhupendrapur is 335133. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.72 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Bhupendrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhupendrapur
As per Census 2011, Bhupendrapur village has a total population of 2,616 people, consisting of 1,375 males and 1,241 females. The village has 549 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,776 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 756 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 612 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhupendrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,616 | 1,375 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 207 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 756 | 375 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 612 | 331 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 1,776 | 1,024 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 351 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Bhupendrapur
Bhupendrapur 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 Bhupendrapur
Bhupendrapur 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 Canning to Bhupendrapur is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bhupendrapur is about 76.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhupendrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhupendrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhupendrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhupendrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhupendrapur
Where is Bhupendrapur located?
Bhupendrapur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhupendrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhupendrapur is Shambhunagar.
What is the pincode of Bhupendrapur?
The pincode of Bhupendrapur is 743370.
What is the population of Bhupendrapur?
Bhupendrapur has a total population of 2,616, including 1,375 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Bhupendrapur?
There are 549 households in Bhupendrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhupendrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhupendrapur is 67.89%. Male literacy is 74.47% and female literacy is 60.60%.