Paltagar

Paltagar is a village located in Singur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.6km away from sub-district headquarter Singur. Chinsura is the district headquarter of Paltagar village. As per 2009 stats, Baruiparapaltagarh is the gram panchayat of Paltagar village.

Paltagar 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 Paltagar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paltagar is 325531. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712409. Serampur is nearest town to Paltagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Paltagar 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 Singur 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.

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Population of Paltagar

Below is a concise population overview of Paltagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,067 523 544
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 95 50 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 505 242 263
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 779 400 379
Illiterate Population 288 123 165

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paltagar village:

  • The total population of Paltagar village is around 1,067, including approximately 523 males and 544 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Paltagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paltagar village has 505 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Paltagar village is about 73.01%, with male literacy at 76.48% and female literacy at 69.67%.
  • There are around 235 households in Paltagar village.

Connectivity of Paltagar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paltagar. As per the 2011 stats, Paltagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Paltagar

Knowing the nearby villages of Paltagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paltagar.

Mamudpur Raghunathpur Ghanashyampur Telipukur Ajabnagar Ramnagar Rostampur Rasulpur Dansi Gomutia Chhinamor

Frequently Asked Questions about Paltagar

Where is Paltagar located?
Paltagar village is situated in Singur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paltagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paltagar is Baruiparapaltagarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Paltagar?
The pincode of Paltagar is 712409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paltagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paltagar is 1,067, with 523 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Paltagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paltagar village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paltagar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paltagar is 73.01%. The male literacy rate is 76.48%, while the female literacy rate is 69.67%.