Palit Bege - Kaliganj, Nadia
Palit Bege is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 41.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Palitbegia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palit Bege village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palit Bege is 321359. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.53 hectares and falls under the 741137 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Palit Bege village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakashipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palit Bege
According to the 2011 Census, Palit Bege village had a total population of 2,436 people, including 1,234 males and 1,202 females, living in 549 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.49%, with male literacy at 59.07% and female literacy at 59.92%.
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 | 2,436 | 1,234 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 181 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 622 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,210 | 612 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Palit Bege
Palit Bege 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khorda Bege | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Bairampur | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Khorda Palashi | East | 1.23 km |
| Bil Bhalsuni | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Arar Bege | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Solakur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Sita Chandrapur | South | 1.87 km |
| Pacha Chandpur | East | 1.93 km |
| Kamalbati | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Daluipura | South-West | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palit Bege
Palit Bege is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Debagram, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katwa to Palit Bege is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Palit Bege is about 41.4 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 Palit Bege
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palit Bege 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palit Bege
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palit Bege 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palit Bege
Where is Palit Bege located?
Palit Bege village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palit Bege?
The Gram Panchayat of Palit Bege is Palitbegia.
What is the pincode of Palit Bege?
The pincode of Palit Bege is 741137.
What is the population of Palit Bege?
Palit Bege had a total population of 2,436, including 1,234 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Palit Bege?
Palit Bege had 549 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palit Bege?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palit Bege was 59.49%. Male literacy was 59.07% and female literacy was 59.92%.