Netradanga - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Netradanga is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 16.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Deor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Netradanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Netradanga is 310934. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.55 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Netradanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Netradanga
According to the 2011 Census, Netradanga village had a total population of 710 people, including 378 males and 332 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.28%, with male literacy at 86.18% and female literacy at 69.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 475, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 710 | 378 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 258 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 74 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 293 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 85 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Netradanga
Netradanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prasadpur | North-East | 0.43 km |
| Behatair | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Porajhar | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Jhaubari | South | 1.15 km |
| Pirgaon | North | 1.25 km |
| Shyamnagar | West | 1.29 km |
| Chhatintair | South | 1.58 km |
| Chak-behatair | East | 1.67 km |
| Gaurangapur | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Beltara | South-East | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Netradanga
Netradanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Netradanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Netradanga is about 16.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Netradanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Netradanga 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 Netradanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Netradanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Netradanga
Where is Netradanga located?
Netradanga village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Netradanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Netradanga is Deor.
What is the pincode of Netradanga?
The pincode of Netradanga is 733141.
What is the population of Netradanga?
Netradanga had a total population of 710, including 378 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Netradanga?
Netradanga had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Netradanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Netradanga was 78.28%. Male literacy was 86.18% and female literacy was 69.33%.