Komdhara - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Komdhara is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from Polba and around 24.1 km from Chinsura. Harit serves as the Gram Panchayat for Komdhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Komdhara is 325275. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.94 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Komdhara 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 Komdhara
As per Census 2011, Komdhara village has a total population of 2,049 people, consisting of 1,044 males and 1,005 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,257 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Komdhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,049 | 1,044 | 1,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 106 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,452 | 743 | 709 |
| Literate Population | 1,257 | 713 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 331 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Komdhara
Komdhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Babnan | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Sinhal Patan | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Bakula | West | 1.33 km |
| Bilatpur | East | 1.35 km |
| Paschim Narayanpara | North | 1.62 km |
| Payraura | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Nabasan | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Badinan | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Mahisatikri | West | 2.11 km |
| Talabhomra | South | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Komdhara
Public transport in the Komdhara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhu Sudanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Komdhara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Komdhara is about 24.1 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 Komdhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Komdhara 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Komdhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Komdhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Komdhara
Where is Komdhara located?
Komdhara village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Komdhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Komdhara is Harit.
What is the pincode of Komdhara?
The pincode of Komdhara is 712305.
What is the population of Komdhara?
Komdhara has a total population of 2,049, including 1,044 males and 1,005 females.
How many households are there in Komdhara?
There are 486 households in Komdhara.
What is the literacy rate in Komdhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Komdhara is 61.35%. Male literacy is 68.30% and female literacy is 54.13%.