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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Emamnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Emamnagar village had a total population of 3,094 people, including 1,648 males and 1,446 females, living in 631 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.53%, with male literacy at 82.91% and female literacy at 65.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,295, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,094, including 1,648 males and 1,446 females.
How many households are there in Emamnagar?
Emamnagar had 631 households.
What is the literacy rate in Emamnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Emamnagar was 74.53%. Male literacy was 82.91% and female literacy was 65.08%.