Mathurapur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Mathurapur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from Rajpur and around 32.3 km from Alipore. Sonarpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathurapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathurapur is 333571. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.93 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mathurapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mathurapur
As per Census 2011, Mathurapur village has a total population of 4,460 people, consisting of 2,263 males and 2,197 females. The village has 1,060 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 456 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,261 literate and 1,199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,761 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathurapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,460 | 2,263 | 2,197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 456 | 247 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,761 | 1,426 | 1,335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,261 | 1,780 | 1,481 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,199 | 483 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Mathurapur
Mathurapur 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 Mathurapur
Public transport in the Mathurapur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Mathurapur.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Mathurapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mathurapur is about 32.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathurapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathurapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mathurapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathurapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mathurapur
Where is Mathurapur located?
Mathurapur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathurapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathurapur is Sonarpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Mathurapur?
The pincode of Mathurapur is 700150.
What is the population of Mathurapur?
Mathurapur has a total population of 4,460, including 2,263 males and 2,197 females.
How many households are there in Mathurapur?
There are 1,060 households in Mathurapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mathurapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathurapur is 73.12%. Male literacy is 78.66% and female literacy is 67.41%.