Harikrishnapur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Harikrishnapur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Ramganga and around 107 km from Alipore. Gopalnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harikrishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harikrishnapur is 335363. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.6 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Harikrishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harikrishnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Harikrishnapur village had a total population of 631 people, including 327 males and 304 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.68%, with male literacy at 95.09% and female literacy at 79.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 631 | 327 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 271 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 56 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Harikrishnapur
Harikrishnapur 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 Harikrishnapur
Harikrishnapur 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 Diamond Harbour to Harikrishnapur is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Harikrishnapur is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harikrishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harikrishnapur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harikrishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harikrishnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harikrishnapur
Where is Harikrishnapur located?
Harikrishnapur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harikrishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harikrishnapur is Gopalnagar.
What is the pincode of Harikrishnapur?
The pincode of Harikrishnapur is 743371.
What is the population of Harikrishnapur?
Harikrishnapur had a total population of 631, including 327 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Harikrishnapur?
Harikrishnapur had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harikrishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harikrishnapur was 87.68%. Male literacy was 95.09% and female literacy was 79.78%.