Nakunda - Goghat - I, Hooghly
Nakunda is a village situated in the Goghat - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Goghat and around 86.9 km from Chinsura. Nakunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakunda is 324095. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.73 hectares and falls under the 712614 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Nakunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nakunda
As per Census 2011, Nakunda village has a total population of 4,228 people, consisting of 2,141 males and 2,087 females. The village has 928 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,923 literate and 1,305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,590 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,228 | 2,141 | 2,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 224 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,590 | 818 | 772 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 2,923 | 1,576 | 1,347 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,305 | 565 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Nakunda
Nakunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gohalpota | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Dumurpara | South | 1.52 km |
| Kurmana | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Jot Mahabat | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Darinakunda | West | 2.02 km |
| Kurchigaria | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Dahiakanda | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Saora | East | 2.54 km |
| Sunia | North | 2.61 km |
| Paba | South-West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nakunda
Nakunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arambagh to Nakunda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Nakunda is about 86.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nakunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nakunda
Where is Nakunda located?
Nakunda village is located in Goghat - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakunda?
Nakunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakunda?
The pincode of Nakunda is 712614.
What is the population of Nakunda?
Nakunda has a total population of 4,228, including 2,141 males and 2,087 females.
How many households are there in Nakunda?
There are 928 households in Nakunda.
What is the literacy rate in Nakunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakunda is 69.13%. Male literacy is 73.61% and female literacy is 64.54%.