Ajabnagar Village - Singur, Hooghly
Ajabnagar is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Singur. Baruiparapaltagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajabnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajabnagar is 325530. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.13 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Serampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ajabnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajabnagar
As per Census 2011, Ajabnagar village has a total population of 1,777 people, consisting of 915 males and 862 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,237 literate and 540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 794 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajabnagar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,777 | 915 | 862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 794 | 407 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,237 | 683 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 232 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Ajabnagar
Ajabnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paltagar | West | 0.59 km |
| Telipukur | North-East | 0.63 km |
| Ghanashyampur | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Rasulpur | East | 1.33 km |
| Ramnagar | South | 1.43 km |
| Raghunathpur | West | 1.50 km |
| Biramnagar | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Rostampur | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Dansi | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Mamudpur | West | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajabnagar
Public transport in the Ajabnagar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mirzapur Bankipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 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 Serampur to Ajabnagar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajabnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajabnagar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ajabnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajabnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ajabnagar
Where is Ajabnagar located?
Ajabnagar village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajabnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajabnagar is Baruiparapaltagarh.
What is the pincode of Ajabnagar?
The pincode of Ajabnagar is 712223.
What is the population of Ajabnagar?
Ajabnagar has a total population of 1,777, including 915 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Ajabnagar?
There are 403 households in Ajabnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Ajabnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajabnagar is 69.61%. Male literacy is 74.64% and female literacy is 64.27%.