Kamar Kundu - Singur, Hooghly
Kamar Kundu is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from Singur. Kamarkundugopalnagardaluigachha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamar Kundu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamar Kundu is 325504. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.22 hectares and falls under the 712407 pincode. Baidyabati is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kamar Kundu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haripal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamar Kundu
As per Census 2011, Kamar Kundu village has a total population of 3,044 people, consisting of 1,566 males and 1,478 females. The village has 691 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,350 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamar Kundu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,044 | 1,566 | 1,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 162 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 313 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,350 | 1,273 | 1,077 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 293 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Kamar Kundu
Kamar Kundu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kamar Kundu
Kamar Kundu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kamar Kundu has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baidyabati to Kamar Kundu is about 15 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 Kamar Kundu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamar Kundu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kamar Kundu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamar Kundu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kamar Kundu
Where is Kamar Kundu located?
Kamar Kundu village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamar Kundu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamar Kundu is Kamarkundugopalnagardaluigachha.
What is the pincode of Kamar Kundu?
The pincode of Kamar Kundu is 712407.
What is the population of Kamar Kundu?
Kamar Kundu has a total population of 3,044, including 1,566 males and 1,478 females.
How many households are there in Kamar Kundu?
There are 691 households in Kamar Kundu.
What is the literacy rate in Kamar Kundu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamar Kundu is 77.20%. Male literacy is 81.29% and female literacy is 72.87%.