Namajghar - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Namajghar is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Chinsurah and around 9.5 km from Chinsura. Saptagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namajghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namajghar is 325075. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.39 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Namajghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Namajghar
As per Census 2011, Namajghar village has a total population of 1,781 people, consisting of 913 males and 868 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,403 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Namajghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,781 | 913 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 211 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 108 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 759 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 154 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Namajghar
Namajghar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dingalhat | North | 0.53 km |
| Trish Bigha | South | 0.66 km |
| Saptagram | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Chak Banshberia (ct) | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Dakshin Hazipur | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Hosenabad | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Jhanpa | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Chhota Khejuria | South | 1.87 km |
| Tegharia | South | 1.97 km |
| Bansberia (p) | North-East | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Namajghar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Namajghar. The nearest railway station is Adi Saptagram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Namajghar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Namajghar is about 9.5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namajghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namajghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Namajghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namajghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Namajghar
Where is Namajghar located?
Namajghar village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namajghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Namajghar is Saptagram.
What is the pincode of Namajghar?
The pincode of Namajghar is 712148.
What is the population of Namajghar?
Namajghar has a total population of 1,781, including 913 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Namajghar?
There are 441 households in Namajghar.
What is the literacy rate in Namajghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namajghar is 78.78%. Male literacy is 83.13% and female literacy is 74.19%.