Meherpur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Meherpur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 36.1 km from Ramganga and around 80.5 km from Alipore. Srinarayanpur Purnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meherpur is 335329. The village covers a total geographical area of 580.7 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Meherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meherpur
As per Census 2011, Meherpur village has a total population of 3,494 people, consisting of 1,770 males and 1,724 females. The village has 682 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 491 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,164 literate and 1,330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,494 | 1,770 | 1,724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 255 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,683 | 860 | 823 |
| Literate Population | 2,164 | 1,194 | 970 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,330 | 576 | 754 |
Nearby Villages of Meherpur
Meherpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhajna | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Dakshin Durgapur | East | 2.52 km |
| Uttar Durgapur | West | 2.66 km |
| Srinarayanpur | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Purna Chandrapur | South | 3.24 km |
| Gurudaspur | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Abad Gangadharpur | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Dakshin Gangadharpur | North | 3.81 km |
| Hesamabad | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Uttar Mahendrapur | South-East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meherpur
Public transport in the Meherpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nishchindapur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Meherpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Meherpur is about 80.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meherpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meherpur
Where is Meherpur located?
Meherpur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meherpur is Srinarayanpur Purnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Meherpur?
The pincode of Meherpur is 743371.
What is the population of Meherpur?
Meherpur has a total population of 3,494, including 1,770 males and 1,724 females.
How many households are there in Meherpur?
There are 682 households in Meherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Meherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meherpur is 61.93%. Male literacy is 67.46% and female literacy is 56.26%.