Hazra Pota - Haringhata, Nadia
Hazra Pota is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 56.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Kastodanga-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hazra Pota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hazra Pota is 322353. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.56 hectares and falls under the 741257 pincode. Chak Daha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hazra Pota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hazra Pota
As per Census 2011, Hazra Pota village has a total population of 1,166 people, consisting of 602 males and 564 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 790 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hazra Pota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,166 | 602 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 123 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 444 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 158 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Hazra Pota
Hazra Pota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mitrapur | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Kundulia | North | 1.45 km |
| Jalkar Bhomra | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Sat Simulia | East | 1.88 km |
| Madhpur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Deuli | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Kathdanga | South | 2.53 km |
| Uttar Datta Para | West | 2.70 km |
| Rasullapur | North | 2.73 km |
| Kadamgachhi | North-West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hazra Pota
Hazra Pota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simurali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chak Daha to Hazra Pota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Hazra Pota is about 56.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hazra Pota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hazra Pota 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 Hazra Pota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hazra Pota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hazra Pota
Where is Hazra Pota located?
Hazra Pota village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hazra Pota?
The Gram Panchayat of Hazra Pota is Kastodanga-ii.
What is the pincode of Hazra Pota?
The pincode of Hazra Pota is 741257.
What is the population of Hazra Pota?
Hazra Pota has a total population of 1,166, including 602 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Hazra Pota?
There are 263 households in Hazra Pota.
What is the literacy rate in Hazra Pota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hazra Pota is 67.75%. Male literacy is 73.75% and female literacy is 61.35%.