Putkhali - Amta - I, Howrah

Putkhali is a village situated in the Amta - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.8 km from Amta and around 35.3 km from Howrah. Raspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Putkhali village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Putkhali is 332640. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.14 hectares and falls under the 711401 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.

Putkhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uluberia Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Putkhali

According to the 2011 Census, Putkhali village had a total population of 588 people, including 305 males and 283 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.81%, with male literacy at 96.69% and female literacy at 90.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Putkhali

Putkhali 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Putkhali

Putkhali 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 Kulgachia, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Putkhali is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Putkhali is about 35.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Putkhali

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putkhali village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Putkhali

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putkhali village are given below:

FAQs about Putkhali