Paschim Sripatinagar - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Paschim Sripatinagar is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from Ramganga and around 105.6 km from Alipore. Achintyanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Sripatinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Sripatinagar is 335394. The village covers a total geographical area of 733.5 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Paschim Sripatinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paschim Sripatinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Paschim Sripatinagar village had a total population of 6,342 people, including 3,241 males and 3,101 females, living in 1,386 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.04%, with male literacy at 90.94% and female literacy at 78.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,447.
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 | 6,342 | 3,241 | 3,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 761 | 371 | 390 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,447 | 1,228 | 1,219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,746 | 2,610 | 2,136 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 631 | 965 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Sripatinagar
Paschim Sripatinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Sripatinagar | East | 1.95 km |
| Lakshmi Janardanpur | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Achintya Nagar | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Dakshin Kashinagar | North | 4.10 km |
| Kamdebpur | West | 4.17 km |
| Upendra Nagar | South-West | 5.22 km |
| Purba Chintamonipur | North-West | 5.32 km |
| Banashyam Nagar | South-West | 5.39 km |
| Heramba Gopalpur | North | 5.76 km |
| Purba Surendranagar | North | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paschim Sripatinagar
Paschim Sripatinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 64.7 km.
| 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 Paschim Sripatinagar is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Paschim Sripatinagar is about 105.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Sripatinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Sripatinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paschim Sripatinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Sripatinagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paschim Sripatinagar
Where is Paschim Sripatinagar located?
Paschim Sripatinagar village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Sripatinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Sripatinagar is Achintyanagar.
What is the pincode of Paschim Sripatinagar?
The pincode of Paschim Sripatinagar is 743371.
What is the population of Paschim Sripatinagar?
Paschim Sripatinagar had a total population of 6,342, including 3,241 males and 3,101 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Sripatinagar?
Paschim Sripatinagar had 1,386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Sripatinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Sripatinagar was 85.04%. Male literacy was 90.94% and female literacy was 78.79%.