Srirampur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Srirampur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from Rajpur and around 25.6 km from Alipore. Langalberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srirampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srirampur is 333583. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.15 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Srirampur 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 Srirampur
According to the 2011 Census, Srirampur village had a total population of 827 people, including 426 males and 401 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.70%, with male literacy at 91.23% and female literacy at 81.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 330, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 827 | 426 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 179 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 364 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 62 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Srirampur
Srirampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarmastapur | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Gobindapur | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Baruli | West | 1.24 km |
| Langalber | South | 1.64 km |
| Palghat | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Bara Gachhia | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Andharia | South | 2.34 km |
| Khasmallik | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Dehimedan Malla | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Sri Krishnapur | South-West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srirampur
Srirampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallikpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Srirampur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Srirampur is about 25.6 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 Srirampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srirampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Srirampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srirampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Srirampur
Where is Srirampur located?
Srirampur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srirampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srirampur is Langalberia.
What is the pincode of Srirampur?
The pincode of Srirampur is 700150.
What is the population of Srirampur?
Srirampur had a total population of 827, including 426 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Srirampur?
Srirampur had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srirampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srirampur was 86.70%. Male literacy was 91.23% and female literacy was 81.79%.