Krishnanagar - Shyampur - II, Howrah
Krishnanagar is a village situated in the Shyampur - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Shyampur and around 45.4 km from Howrah. Bachhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnanagar is 333223. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.2 hectares and falls under the 711312 pincode. Khaloree is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Krishnanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Krishnanagar
As per Census 2011, Krishnanagar village has a total population of 1,054 people, consisting of 548 males and 506 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 602 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 794 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krishnanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 548 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 794 | 410 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 343 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 205 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnanagar
Krishnanagar 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 Krishnanagar
Krishnanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Krishnanagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khaloree to Krishnanagar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Krishnanagar is about 45.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishnanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krishnanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Krishnanagar
Where is Krishnanagar located?
Krishnanagar village is located in Shyampur - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnanagar is Bachhri.
What is the pincode of Krishnanagar?
The pincode of Krishnanagar is 711312.
What is the population of Krishnanagar?
Krishnanagar has a total population of 1,054, including 548 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Krishnanagar?
There are 234 households in Krishnanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnanagar is 57.12%. Male literacy is 62.59% and female literacy is 51.19%.