Kunchpala - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Kunchpala is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.8 km from Polba and around 26.8 km from Chinsura. Satithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunchpala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunchpala is 325215. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.82 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Kunchpala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunchpala
As per Census 2011, Kunchpala village has a total population of 2,187 people, consisting of 1,122 males and 1,065 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,295 literate and 892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,031 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunchpala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,187 | 1,122 | 1,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 108 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,031 | 533 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,295 | 732 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 390 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Kunchpala
Kunchpala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbasikta | South | 1.17 km |
| Nagpal | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Chahaka | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Damurpur | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Dampur | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Jagannathpur | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Haur | West | 1.96 km |
| Nabagram | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Satithan | East | 2.06 km |
| Dighanswar | South | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunchpala
Kunchpala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhaniakhali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 km.
| 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 Chunchura to Kunchpala is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Kunchpala is about 26.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunchpala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunchpala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunchpala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunchpala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunchpala
Where is Kunchpala located?
Kunchpala village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunchpala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunchpala is Satithan.
What is the pincode of Kunchpala?
The pincode of Kunchpala is 712305.
What is the population of Kunchpala?
Kunchpala has a total population of 2,187, including 1,122 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Kunchpala?
There are 506 households in Kunchpala.
What is the literacy rate in Kunchpala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunchpala is 59.21%. Male literacy is 65.24% and female literacy is 52.86%.