Kumarapara - Mathurapur - II, South 24 Parganas
Kumarapara is a village situated in the Mathurapur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from Baribhanga Abad and around 73.1 km from Alipore. Kumrapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumarapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumarapara is 335182. The village covers a total geographical area of 1988.63 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kumarapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kumarapara
As per Census 2011, Kumarapara village has a total population of 17,682 people, consisting of 9,117 males and 8,565 females. The village has 3,654 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,750 literate and 5,932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,573 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,037 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumarapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,682 | 9,117 | 8,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,226 | 1,137 | 1,089 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,573 | 1,870 | 1,703 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,037 | 515 | 522 |
| Literate Population | 11,750 | 6,740 | 5,010 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,932 | 2,377 | 3,555 |
Nearby Villages of Kumarapara
Kumarapara 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 Kumarapara
Kumarapara 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 Joynagar to Kumarapara is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kumarapara is about 73.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumarapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumarapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kumarapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumarapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kumarapara
Where is Kumarapara located?
Kumarapara village is located in Mathurapur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumarapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumarapara is Kumrapara.
What is the pincode of Kumarapara?
The pincode of Kumarapara is 743354.
What is the population of Kumarapara?
Kumarapara has a total population of 17,682, including 9,117 males and 8,565 females.
How many households are there in Kumarapara?
There are 3,654 households in Kumarapara.
What is the literacy rate in Kumarapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumarapara is 66.45%. Male literacy is 73.93% and female literacy is 58.49%.