Ishta
About Ishta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ishta village is 325255. Ishta village is located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 29.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Makalpur is the gram panchayat of Ishta village.
The total geographical area of village is 84.82 hectares. Ishta has a total population of 999 peoples, out of which male population is 527 while female population is 472. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 895 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ishta village is 55.06% out of which 64.33% males and 44.70% females are literate. There are about 212 houses in ishta village.
When it comes to administration, Ishta village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ishta village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Calcutta is nearest town to ishta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
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Population of Ishta
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 999 | 527 | 472 |
| Children (0-6) | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 130 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 136 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 339 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 188 | 261 |
Connectivity of Ishta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ishta
Where is Ishta located?
Ishta village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ishta?
The Gram Panchayat of Ishta is Makalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ishta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ishta is 999, with 527 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Ishta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ishta village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ishta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ishta is 55.06%. The male literacy rate is 64.33%, while the female literacy rate is 44.70%.