Nakubar - Amta - II, Howrah
Nakubar is a village situated in the Amta - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Amta and around 47.7 km from Howrah. Amragori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nakubar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakubar is 332551. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.19 hectares and falls under the 711401 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Nakubar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nakubar
As per Census 2011, Nakubar village has a total population of 4,453 people, consisting of 2,335 males and 2,118 females. The village has 1,004 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,289 literate and 1,164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,078 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakubar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,453 | 2,335 | 2,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 251 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,078 | 548 | 530 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,289 | 1,812 | 1,477 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,164 | 523 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Nakubar
Nakubar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranjoybar | East | 0.96 km |
| Gumgar | North | 1.53 km |
| Rautara | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Katashia | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Amragari | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Saoraberia | East | 1.99 km |
| Bedhi Chandrapur | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Raghunathpur | East | 2.18 km |
| Jhikhira | West | 2.31 km |
| Ghanashyam Chak | South | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nakubar
Nakubar 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 Bagnan, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Uluberia to Nakubar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Nakubar is about 47.7 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 Nakubar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakubar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nakubar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakubar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nakubar
Where is Nakubar located?
Nakubar village is located in Amta - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakubar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nakubar is Amragori.
What is the pincode of Nakubar?
The pincode of Nakubar is 711401.
What is the population of Nakubar?
Nakubar has a total population of 4,453, including 2,335 males and 2,118 females.
How many households are there in Nakubar?
There are 1,004 households in Nakubar.
What is the literacy rate in Nakubar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakubar is 73.86%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 69.74%.