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
According to the 2011 Census, Indrapur village had a total population of 5,335 people, including 2,748 males and 2,587 females, living in 1,135 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.00%, with male literacy at 89.87% and female literacy at 77.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 437.
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 | 5,335 | 2,748 | 2,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 703 | 379 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 209 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 5,335, including 2,748 males and 2,587 females.
How many households are there in Indrapur?
Indrapur had 1,135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Indrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indrapur was 84.00%. Male literacy was 89.87% and female literacy was 77.86%.