Sripur
Sripur is a village located in Jaynagar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Baru (tehsildar office) and 49.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Sripur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sripur unique in its vibrant Jaynagar I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Sripur’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 Sripur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sripur is 334905. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743372. Jayanagar Majil is nearest town to Sripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sripur 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 Joynagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sripur
Population of Sripur
According to the 2011 Census, Sripur has a total population of about 2,668, with approximately 1,410 males and 1,258 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.74%, with male literacy at about 81.49% and female literacy near 73.53%. There are around 641 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sripur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,668 | 1,410 | 1,258 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 121 | 104 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,074 | 1,149 | 925 |
Illiterate Population | 594 | 261 | 333 |
Connectivity of Sripur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sripur. As per the 2011 stats, Sripur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sripur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sripur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sripur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sripur
- Where is Sripur located?
- Sripur village is situated in Jaynagar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sripur?
- Sripur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sripur?
- The pincode of Sripur is 743372, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sripur is 2,668, with 1,410 males and 1,258 females.
- How many households are there in Sripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sripur village has a total of 641 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sripur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sripur is 77.74%. The male literacy rate is 81.49%, while the female literacy rate is 73.53%.