Nagpal - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Nagpal is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.4 km from Polba and around 25.4 km from Chinsura. Satithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagpal is 325213. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.91 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nagpal 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 Nagpal
As per Census 2011, Nagpal village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 515 males and 511 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 466 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagpal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 515 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 466 | 230 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 353 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 162 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Nagpal
Nagpal 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-East | 0.68 km |
| Jagannathpur | South-West | 0.73 km |
| Nabagram | West | 0.90 km |
| Kunchpala | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Haur | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Durgadaspur | West | 1.41 km |
| Dampur | North | 1.55 km |
| Mogalpur | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Kantul | West | 1.78 km |
| Dighanswar | South-East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagpal
Nagpal 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 34.2 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 Nagpal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Nagpal is about 25.4 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 Nagpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagpal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagpal
Where is Nagpal located?
Nagpal village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagpal is Satithan.
What is the pincode of Nagpal?
The pincode of Nagpal is 712305.
What is the population of Nagpal?
Nagpal has a total population of 1,026, including 515 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Nagpal?
There are 254 households in Nagpal.
What is the literacy rate in Nagpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagpal is 64.33%. Male literacy is 68.54% and female literacy is 60.08%.