Dakshin Hajrapota - Kaliganj, Nadia
Dakshin Hajrapota is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 54.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Faridpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Hajrapota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Hajrapota is 321389. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.41 hectares and falls under the 741153 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dakshin Hajrapota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakshin Hajrapota
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Hajrapota village has a total population of 1,236 people, consisting of 630 males and 606 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 878 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Hajrapota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 630 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 113 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 471 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 159 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Hajrapota
Dakshin Hajrapota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakundi | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Chak Durgabati | North | 1.45 km |
| Panchpota | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Balidanga | West | 1.63 km |
| Khalsi | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Char Khosalpur | East | 1.83 km |
| Char Balidanga | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Kalikapur | South | 2.45 km |
| Karalia | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Joyrambati | North | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Hajrapota
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dakshin Hajrapota. The nearest railway station is Sahebtala, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Katwa to Dakshin Hajrapota is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Dakshin Hajrapota is about 54.6 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 Dakshin Hajrapota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Hajrapota 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 Dakshin Hajrapota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Hajrapota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Hajrapota
Where is Dakshin Hajrapota located?
Dakshin Hajrapota village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Hajrapota?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Hajrapota is Faridpur.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Hajrapota?
The pincode of Dakshin Hajrapota is 741153.
What is the population of Dakshin Hajrapota?
Dakshin Hajrapota has a total population of 1,236, including 630 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Hajrapota?
There are 314 households in Dakshin Hajrapota.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Hajrapota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Hajrapota is 71.04%. Male literacy is 74.76% and female literacy is 67.16%.