Indrapur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Indrapur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22 km from Ramganga and around 117 km from Alipore. G Plot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Indrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Indrapur is 335407. The village covers a total geographical area of 769.83 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Indrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Indrapur
As per Census 2011, Indrapur village has a total population of 5,335 people, consisting of 2,748 males and 2,587 females. The village has 1,135 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 703 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,891 literate and 1,444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Indrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,335 | 2,748 | 2,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 703 | 379 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 209 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 3,891 | 2,129 | 1,762 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,444 | 619 | 825 |
Nearby Villages of Indrapur
Indrapur 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 Indrapur
Indrapur 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 >10 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 Diamond Harbour to Indrapur is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Indrapur is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Indrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Indrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Indrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Indrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Indrapur
Where is Indrapur located?
Indrapur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Indrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Indrapur is G Plot.
What is the pincode of Indrapur?
The pincode of Indrapur is 743371.
What is the population of Indrapur?
Indrapur has a total population of 5,335, including 2,748 males and 2,587 females.
How many households are there in Indrapur?
There are 1,135 households in Indrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Indrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indrapur is 72.93%. Male literacy is 77.47% and female literacy is 68.11%.