Emamnagar - Gazole, Malda
Emamnagar is a village situated in the Gazole subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.6 km from Gazole and around 45.1 km from English Bazar. Salaidanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Emamnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Emamnagar is 312684. The village covers a total geographical area of 659.87 hectares and falls under the 732124 pincode. Old Malda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Emamnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Emamnagar
As per Census 2011, Emamnagar village has a total population of 3,094 people, consisting of 1,648 males and 1,446 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,031 literate and 1,063 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Emamnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,094 | 1,648 | 1,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 203 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,295 | 1,229 | 1,066 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 2,031 | 1,198 | 833 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,063 | 450 | 613 |
Nearby Villages of Emamnagar
Emamnagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parhabi Nagar | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Milikpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Baje Habinagar | North | 1.94 km |
| Bardanga | West | 2.00 km |
| Habinagar | North | 2.25 km |
| Ustor | West | 2.29 km |
| Baje Jharsabail | North | 2.42 km |
| Rajnagar | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Madhail | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Purbba Kasba | West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Emamnagar
Emamnagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Deotala, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Old Malda to Emamnagar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Emamnagar is about 45.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Emamnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Emamnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Emamnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Emamnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Emamnagar
Where is Emamnagar located?
Emamnagar village is located in Gazole Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Emamnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Emamnagar is Salaidanga.
What is the pincode of Emamnagar?
The pincode of Emamnagar is 732124.
What is the population of Emamnagar?
Emamnagar has a total population of 3,094, including 1,648 males and 1,446 females.
How many households are there in Emamnagar?
There are 631 households in Emamnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Emamnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Emamnagar is 65.64%. Male literacy is 72.69% and female literacy is 57.61%.