Krishnabati Village - Balagarh, Hooghly
Krishnabati is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from Patuligram and around 40.3 km from Chinsura. Guptipara-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnabati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnabati is 324908. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.48 hectares and falls under the 712512 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Krishnabati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishnabati
As per Census 2011, Krishnabati village has a total population of 6,070 people, consisting of 3,098 males and 2,972 females. The village has 1,489 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 554 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,004 literate and 2,066 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,833 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krishnabati are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,070 | 3,098 | 2,972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 296 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,833 | 1,439 | 1,394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 4,004 | 2,172 | 1,832 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,066 | 926 | 1,140 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnabati
Krishnabati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Guptipara | South-West | 0.66 km |
| Char Rampur | East | 1.34 km |
| Aida Kismat | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Sabek Char Krishnabati | North | 1.52 km |
| Nutan Char Krishnabati | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Guptipara | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Fatepur | West | 2.35 km |
| Kamar Danga | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Rasulpur Char | South | 2.62 km |
| Guptipara Char | North | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Krishnabati
Krishnabati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Behula, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalna to Krishnabati is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Krishnabati is about 40.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishnabati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnabati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krishnabati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnabati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krishnabati
Where is Krishnabati located?
Krishnabati village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnabati?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnabati is Guptipara-ii.
What is the pincode of Krishnabati?
The pincode of Krishnabati is 712512.
What is the population of Krishnabati?
Krishnabati has a total population of 6,070, including 3,098 males and 2,972 females.
How many households are there in Krishnabati?
There are 1,489 households in Krishnabati.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnabati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnabati is 65.96%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 61.64%.