Neota - Pursura, Hooghly
Neota is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from Pursura and around 58.9 km from Chinsura. Shyampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Neota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neota is 324436. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.85 hectares and falls under the 712401 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Neota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Neota
As per Census 2011, Neota village has a total population of 2,386 people, consisting of 1,256 males and 1,130 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,532 literate and 854 illiterate residents. Additionally, 968 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Neota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,386 | 1,256 | 1,130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 141 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 507 | 461 |
| Literate Population | 1,532 | 907 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 349 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Neota
Neota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghol Digrui | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Pantahari | South | 1.13 km |
| Shyampur | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Rampur | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Udna | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Bara Digrui | West | 2.35 km |
| Balipur | South | 2.54 km |
| Harua | North | 2.62 km |
| Gopimohanpur | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Chilladangi | North | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Neota
Neota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Neota is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Neota is about 58.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Neota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Neota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Neota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Neota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Neota
Where is Neota located?
Neota village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Neota?
The Gram Panchayat of Neota is Shyampur.
What is the pincode of Neota?
The pincode of Neota is 712401.
What is the population of Neota?
Neota has a total population of 2,386, including 1,256 males and 1,130 females.
How many households are there in Neota?
There are 553 households in Neota.
What is the literacy rate in Neota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neota is 64.21%. Male literacy is 72.21% and female literacy is 55.31%.