Srinagar - Pandua, Hooghly
Srinagar is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.7 km from Pandua and around 24.8 km from Chinsura. Beloondhamasin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srinagar is 324840. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Srinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Srinagar
As per Census 2011, Srinagar village has a total population of 2,026 people, consisting of 1,004 males and 1,022 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,241 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,064 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,026 | 1,004 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 104 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,064 | 529 | 535 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,241 | 666 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 338 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Srinagar
Srinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalua Gachhi | South-East | 0.78 km |
| Rosna | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Paikpara | West | 1.27 km |
| Sibpur | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Mahanad Bejpara | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Belun | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Nagarpara | South | 1.71 km |
| Panchpara | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Marsit | North | 2.24 km |
| Rudrashanda | East | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srinagar
Srinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pundooah, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Srinagar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Srinagar is about 24.8 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 Srinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Srinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Srinagar
Where is Srinagar located?
Srinagar village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Srinagar is Beloondhamasin.
What is the pincode of Srinagar?
The pincode of Srinagar is 712149.
What is the population of Srinagar?
Srinagar has a total population of 2,026, including 1,004 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Srinagar?
There are 473 households in Srinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Srinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srinagar is 61.25%. Male literacy is 66.33% and female literacy is 56.26%.