Palpur - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Palpur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.6 km from Gosaba and around 78.5 km from Alipore. Shambhunagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palpur is 335137. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.84 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Palpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palpur
As per Census 2011, Palpur village has a total population of 3,507 people, consisting of 1,809 males and 1,698 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,380 literate and 1,127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,028 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 843 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,507 | 1,809 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 221 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,028 | 1,034 | 994 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 843 | 445 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 2,380 | 1,356 | 1,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 453 | 674 |
Nearby Villages of Palpur
Palpur 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 Palpur
Palpur 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 Canning to Palpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Palpur is about 78.5 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 Palpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palpur 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 Palpur
Where is Palpur located?
Palpur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palpur is Shambhunagar.
What is the pincode of Palpur?
The pincode of Palpur is 743370.
What is the population of Palpur?
Palpur has a total population of 3,507, including 1,809 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Palpur?
There are 753 households in Palpur.
What is the literacy rate in Palpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palpur is 67.86%. Male literacy is 74.96% and female literacy is 60.31%.