Nurpur
Nurpur is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.3km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 47.7km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Nurpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nurpur unique in its vibrant Diamond Harbour Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Nurpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nurpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nurpur is 334425. The village spans a total geographical area of 222.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Nurpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nurpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nurpur
Population of Nurpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nurpur has a total population of about 7,527, with approximately 3,876 males and 3,651 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 917 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,531 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.69%, with male literacy at about 67.23% and female literacy near 59.93%. There are around 1,564 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nurpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,527 | 3,876 | 3,651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 917 | 484 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,531 | 765 | 766 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,794 | 2,606 | 2,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,733 | 1,270 | 1,463 |
Connectivity of Nurpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nurpur. As per the 2011 stats, Nurpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nurpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Nurpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nurpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nurpur
- Where is Nurpur located?
- Nurpur village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nurpur?
- Nurpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nurpur?
- The pincode of Nurpur is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nurpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nurpur is 7,527, with 3,876 males and 3,651 females.
- How many households are there in Nurpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nurpur village has a total of 1,564 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nurpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nurpur is 63.69%. The male literacy rate is 67.23%, while the female literacy rate is 59.93%.