Naita - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Naita is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.9 km from Tarakeswar and around 47.9 km from Chinsura. Naitamalpaharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naita is 324513. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.72 hectares and falls under the 712401 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Naita 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 Naita
As per Census 2011, Naita village has a total population of 3,506 people, consisting of 1,820 males and 1,686 females. The village has 771 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,632 literate and 874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 578 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,506 | 1,820 | 1,686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 159 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 578 | 298 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 2,632 | 1,492 | 1,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 328 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Naita
Naita 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Timna | East | 1.21 km |
| Gangarambati | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Belband | North | 1.43 km |
| Tajpur | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Mukundapur | South | 1.54 km |
| Jagannathpur | North | 1.65 km |
| Malpaharpur | East | 1.70 km |
| Shib Chak | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Binagram | West | 1.80 km |
| Morhal | South-West | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naita
Naita is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Naita is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Naita is about 47.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naita 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 Naita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naita village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naita
Where is Naita located?
Naita village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naita?
The Gram Panchayat of Naita is Naitamalpaharpur.
What is the pincode of Naita?
The pincode of Naita is 712401.
What is the population of Naita?
Naita has a total population of 3,506, including 1,820 males and 1,686 females.
How many households are there in Naita?
There are 771 households in Naita.
What is the literacy rate in Naita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naita is 75.07%. Male literacy is 81.98% and female literacy is 67.62%.