Sultangachha
Sultangachha is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 17.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Akhna is the gram panchayat of Sultangachha village.
Here you can discover what makes Sultangachha unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Sultangachha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sultangachha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sultangachha is 325144. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.62 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Sultangachha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sultangachha 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 Saptagram 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 Sultangachha
Population of Sultangachha
According to the 2011 Census, Sultangachha has a total population of about 288, with approximately 152 males and 136 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 226 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.96%, with male literacy at about 77.63% and female literacy near 69.85%. There are around 65 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sultangachha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 152 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 117 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 213 | 118 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 34 | 41 |
Connectivity of Sultangachha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sultangachha. As per the 2011 stats, Sultangachha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sultangachha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sultangachha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sultangachha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sultangachha
- Where is Sultangachha located?
- Sultangachha village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sultangachha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sultangachha is Akhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sultangachha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sultangachha is 288, with 152 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Sultangachha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sultangachha village has a total of 65 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sultangachha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sultangachha is 73.96%. The male literacy rate is 77.63%, while the female literacy rate is 69.85%.