Sutargachhi - Kalyani, Nadia
Sutargachhi is a village situated in the Kalyani subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.3 km from Chakdah and around 45.9 km from Krishnanagar. Simurali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sutargachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutargachhi is 322214. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.41 hectares and falls under the 741248 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sutargachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sutargachhi
As per Census 2011, Sutargachhi village has a total population of 2,890 people, consisting of 1,457 males and 1,433 females. The village has 746 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,446 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 617 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sutargachhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,890 | 1,457 | 1,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 617 | 314 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,446 | 1,263 | 1,183 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 194 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Sutargachhi
Sutargachhi 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 Sutargachhi
Sutargachhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sutargachhi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Sutargachhi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sutargachhi is about 45.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutargachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutargachhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sutargachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutargachhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sutargachhi
Where is Sutargachhi located?
Sutargachhi village is located in Kalyani Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutargachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sutargachhi is Simurali.
What is the pincode of Sutargachhi?
The pincode of Sutargachhi is 741248.
What is the population of Sutargachhi?
Sutargachhi has a total population of 2,890, including 1,457 males and 1,433 females.
How many households are there in Sutargachhi?
There are 746 households in Sutargachhi.
What is the literacy rate in Sutargachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutargachhi is 84.64%. Male literacy is 86.68% and female literacy is 82.55%.