Nachhipur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Nachhipur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from Tarakeswar and around 51.1 km from Chinsura. Kesabchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nachhipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nachhipur is 324442. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.65 hectares and falls under the 712414 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nachhipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nachhipur
As per Census 2011, Nachhipur village has a total population of 2,307 people, consisting of 1,178 males and 1,129 females. The village has 604 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,768 literate and 539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 244 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nachhipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,307 | 1,178 | 1,129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 126 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 120 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 1,768 | 941 | 827 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 237 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Nachhipur
Nachhipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanbati | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Teghari | East | 1.36 km |
| Deulpara | West | 1.72 km |
| Kanraria | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Baikunthapur | North | 1.81 km |
| Kulteghari | South | 1.81 km |
| Shibpur | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Santoshpur | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Jiara | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Naypara | South-East | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nachhipur
Nachhipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Nachhipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Nachhipur is about 51.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nachhipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nachhipur 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 Nachhipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nachhipur 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 Nachhipur
Where is Nachhipur located?
Nachhipur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nachhipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nachhipur is Kesabchak.
What is the pincode of Nachhipur?
The pincode of Nachhipur is 712414.
What is the population of Nachhipur?
Nachhipur has a total population of 2,307, including 1,178 males and 1,129 females.
How many households are there in Nachhipur?
There are 604 households in Nachhipur.
What is the literacy rate in Nachhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nachhipur is 76.64%. Male literacy is 79.88% and female literacy is 73.25%.