Dhwaja Pushkarini - Kaliganj, Nadia
Dhwaja Pushkarini is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 43.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Panighata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhwaja Pushkarini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhwaja Pushkarini is 321326. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.39 hectares and falls under the 741181 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhwaja Pushkarini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Dhwaja Pushkarini
According to the 2011 Census, Dhwaja Pushkarini village had a total population of 1,189 people, including 621 males and 568 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.09%, with male literacy at 66.35% and female literacy at 63.71%.
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 | 1,189 | 621 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 92 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 351 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 270 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Dhwaja Pushkarini
Dhwaja Pushkarini is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhwaja Pushkarini
Dhwaja Pushkarini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dhwaja Pushkarini.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Dhwaja Pushkarini is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Dhwaja Pushkarini is about 43.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhwaja Pushkarini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhwaja Pushkarini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhwaja Pushkarini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhwaja Pushkarini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhwaja Pushkarini
Where is Dhwaja Pushkarini located?
Dhwaja Pushkarini village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhwaja Pushkarini?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhwaja Pushkarini is Panighata.
What is the pincode of Dhwaja Pushkarini?
The pincode of Dhwaja Pushkarini is 741181.
What is the population of Dhwaja Pushkarini?
Dhwaja Pushkarini had a total population of 1,189, including 621 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Dhwaja Pushkarini?
Dhwaja Pushkarini had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhwaja Pushkarini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhwaja Pushkarini was 65.09%. Male literacy was 66.35% and female literacy was 63.71%.