Iswaripur - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Iswaripur is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Namkhana and around 98.7 km from Alipore. Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Iswaripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iswaripur is 335292. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.48 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Iswaripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakdwip Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Iswaripur
As per Census 2011, Iswaripur village has a total population of 1,368 people, consisting of 699 males and 669 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 945 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Iswaripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,368 | 699 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 945 | 475 | 470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 519 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 180 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Iswaripur
Iswaripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madanganj | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Dwariknagar | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Narayanpur | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Sibnagar Abad | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Namkhana | West | 4.23 km |
| Durganagar | North | 5.79 km |
| Debnagar | South-West | 6.11 km |
| Uttar Chandanpiri | South | 7.11 km |
| Ganesnagar | North-West | 7.29 km |
| Dakshin Lakshminarayanpur | East | 7.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Iswaripur
Public transport in the Iswaripur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Namkhana, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kakdwip to Iswaripur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Iswaripur is about 98.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Iswaripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iswaripur 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 Iswaripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iswaripur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Iswaripur
Where is Iswaripur located?
Iswaripur village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iswaripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Iswaripur is Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Iswaripur?
The pincode of Iswaripur is 743357.
What is the population of Iswaripur?
Iswaripur has a total population of 1,368, including 699 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Iswaripur?
There are 295 households in Iswaripur.
What is the literacy rate in Iswaripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iswaripur is 65.28%. Male literacy is 74.25% and female literacy is 55.90%.