Sugandha
Sugandha is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 7.5km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Sugandha village is also a gram panchayat.
Sugandha has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sugandha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sugandha is 325188. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.13 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Sugandha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sugandha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sugandha
Population of Sugandha
Below is a concise population overview of Sugandha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,250 | 1,104 | 1,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 78 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,828 | 936 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 168 | 254 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sugandha village:
- The total population of Sugandha village is around 2,250, including approximately 1,104 males and 1,146 females, with a sex ratio of 1038 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Sugandha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sugandha village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 58 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sugandha village is about 81.24%, with male literacy at 84.78% and female literacy at 77.84%.
- There are around 530 households in Sugandha village.
Connectivity of Sugandha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sugandha. As per the 2011 stats, Sugandha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sugandha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sugandha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sugandha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sugandha
- Where is Sugandha located?
- Sugandha village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sugandha?
- Sugandha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sugandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sugandha is 2,250, with 1,104 males and 1,146 females.
- How many households are there in Sugandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sugandha village has a total of 530 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sugandha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sugandha is 81.24%. The male literacy rate is 84.78%, while the female literacy rate is 77.84%.