Srikrishnapur Char - Kalyani, Nadia
Srikrishnapur Char is a village situated in the Kalyani subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.6 km from Chakdah and around 49.1 km from Krishnanagar. Chanduria-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikrishnapur Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikrishnapur Char is 322295. The village covers a total geographical area of 796.83 hectares and falls under the 741248 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Srikrishnapur Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Srikrishnapur Char
According to the 2011 Census, Srikrishnapur Char village had a total population of 3,901 people, including 2,072 males and 1,829 females, living in 945 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.05%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 73.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,965, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 3,901 | 2,072 | 1,829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 195 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,965 | 1,063 | 902 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,789 | 1,571 | 1,218 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,112 | 501 | 611 |
Nearby Villages of Srikrishnapur Char
Srikrishnapur Char 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Durllabhpur | East | 1.45 km |
| Chaktarinipur | South | 1.63 km |
| Charjirat | North | 1.87 km |
| Kalipur | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Priyanagar (ct) | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Sikarpur | South | 2.49 km |
| Malichaghar | East | 2.65 km |
| Moktarpur | West | 2.84 km |
| Raninagar | North | 3.13 km |
| Baneswarpur | North-West | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srikrishnapur Char
The nearest railway station is Simurali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Srikrishnapur Char is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Srikrishnapur Char is about 49.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Srikrishnapur Char
Where is Srikrishnapur Char located?
Srikrishnapur Char village is located in Kalyani Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Srikrishnapur Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikrishnapur Char is Chanduria-ii.
What is the pincode of Srikrishnapur Char?
The pincode of Srikrishnapur Char is 741248.
What is the population of Srikrishnapur Char?
Srikrishnapur Char had a total population of 3,901, including 2,072 males and 1,829 females.
How many households are there in Srikrishnapur Char?
Srikrishnapur Char had 945 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srikrishnapur Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikrishnapur Char was 79.05%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 73.77%.