Krishnapur - Hemtabad, Uttar Dinajpur
Krishnapur is a village situated in the Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Naoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnapur is 309860. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.02 hectares and falls under the 733129 pincode. Kalyagong is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Krishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Krishnapur village had a total population of 1,071 people, including 547 males and 524 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.09%, with male literacy at 83.80% and female literacy at 72.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,071 | 547 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 84 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 388 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 159 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnapur
Krishnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandbari Mirzapur | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Bidisoil | East | 1.17 km |
| Krishnabati | North | 1.18 km |
| Patair | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Ratibati | West | 1.87 km |
| Pirojpur | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Anantapur | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Bhandar (p) | South | 2.26 km |
| Dasai | East | 2.36 km |
| Tungail Bilpara | South-West | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Krishnapur
Public transport in the Krishnapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kaliyaganj, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kalyagong to Krishnapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krishnapur
Where is Krishnapur located?
Krishnapur village is located in Hemtabad Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnapur is Naoda.
What is the pincode of Krishnapur?
The pincode of Krishnapur is 733129.
What is the population of Krishnapur?
Krishnapur had a total population of 1,071, including 547 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Krishnapur?
Krishnapur had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnapur was 78.09%. Male literacy was 83.80% and female literacy was 72.44%.