Srinagar - Chakdah, Nadia
Srinagar is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 51.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Silinda-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srinagar is 322289. The village covers a total geographical area of 1066.1 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Srinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Srinagar
As per Census 2011, Srinagar village has a total population of 10,483 people, consisting of 5,507 males and 4,976 females. The village has 2,350 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,014 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,036 literate and 3,447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,671 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,577 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,483 | 5,507 | 4,976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,014 | 526 | 488 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,671 | 2,991 | 2,680 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,577 | 1,354 | 1,223 |
| Literate Population | 7,036 | 4,000 | 3,036 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,447 | 1,507 | 1,940 |
Nearby Villages of Srinagar
Srinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purulia | West | 1.66 km |
| Shimulia | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Nishchintapur | East | 1.67 km |
| Ballabhpur | West | 2.32 km |
| Lakhmipur | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Raghabpur | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Balarampur | North | 2.77 km |
| Bagrabpur | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Huda Bishnupur | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Maheshchandrapur | West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srinagar
Srinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chakdaha to Srinagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Srinagar is about 51.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Srinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Srinagar
Where is Srinagar located?
Srinagar village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Srinagar is Silinda-ii.
What is the pincode of Srinagar?
The pincode of Srinagar is 741223.
What is the population of Srinagar?
Srinagar has a total population of 10,483, including 5,507 males and 4,976 females.
How many households are there in Srinagar?
There are 2,350 households in Srinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Srinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srinagar is 67.12%. Male literacy is 72.63% and female literacy is 61.01%.