Kajla - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Kajla is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.9 km from Goghat and around 90.5 km from Chinsura. Mandaran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kajla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kajla is 324171. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.43 hectares and falls under the 712612 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kajla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kajla
As per Census 2011, Kajla village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 104 males and 88 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kajla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 87 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 17 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kajla
Kajla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kajla
Public transport in the Kajla is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Kajla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Kajla is about 90.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kajla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kajla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kajla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kajla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kajla
Where is Kajla located?
Kajla village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kajla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kajla is Mandaran.
What is the pincode of Kajla?
The pincode of Kajla is 712612.
What is the population of Kajla?
Kajla has a total population of 192, including 104 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Kajla?
There are 51 households in Kajla.
What is the literacy rate in Kajla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kajla is 78.65%. Male literacy is 83.65% and female literacy is 72.73%.