Rishipur
Rishipur is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.3km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Rishipur village. As per 2009 stats, Birghoi is the gram panchayat of Rishipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Rishipur unique in its vibrant Raiganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Rishipur’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 Rishipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rishipur is 309790. The village spans a total geographical area of 265.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733123. Raiganj is nearest town to Rishipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
As per 2019 stats, Rishipur village comes under Raiganj assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Rishipur
Population of Rishipur
According to the 2011 Census, Rishipur has a total population of about 1,331, with approximately 689 males and 642 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 708 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 56. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.87%, with male literacy at about 61.68% and female literacy near 51.71%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rishipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,331 | 689 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 78 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 359 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 757 | 425 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 264 | 310 |
Connectivity of Rishipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rishipur. As per the 2011 stats, Rishipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rishipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Rishipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rishipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rishipur
- Where is Rishipur located?
- Rishipur village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rishipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rishipur is Birghoi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rishipur?
- The pincode of Rishipur is 733123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rishipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rishipur is 1,331, with 689 males and 642 females.
- How many households are there in Rishipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rishipur village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rishipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rishipur is 56.87%. The male literacy rate is 61.68%, while the female literacy rate is 51.71%.