Krishna Nagar - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Krishna Nagar is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kharbandhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishna Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishna Nagar is 340552. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.62 hectares and falls under the 721513 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Krishna Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Krishna Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Krishna Nagar village had a total population of 146 people, including 79 males and 67 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.52%, with male literacy at 88.41% and female literacy at 65.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 61 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Krishna Nagar
Krishna Nagar 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 Krishna Nagar
Krishna Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Krishna Nagar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishna Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishna Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Krishna Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishna Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krishna Nagar
Where is Krishna Nagar located?
Krishna Nagar village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishna Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishna Nagar is Kharbandhi.
What is the pincode of Krishna Nagar?
The pincode of Krishna Nagar is 721513.
What is the population of Krishna Nagar?
Krishna Nagar had a total population of 146, including 79 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Krishna Nagar?
Krishna Nagar had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishna Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishna Nagar was 77.52%. Male literacy was 88.41% and female literacy was 65.00%.