Kechua Danga - Karimpur - I, Nadia
Kechua Danga is a village situated in the Karimpur - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karimpur and around 88.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hogolberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kechua Danga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kechua Danga is 321106. The village covers a total geographical area of 922 hectares and falls under the 741158 pincode. Berhampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kechua Danga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kechua Danga
As per Census 2011, Kechua Danga village has a total population of 7,191 people, consisting of 3,725 males and 3,466 females. The village has 1,966 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 615 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,738 literate and 2,453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,055 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kechua Danga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,191 | 3,725 | 3,466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 615 | 324 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,055 | 546 | 509 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 4,738 | 2,501 | 2,237 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,453 | 1,224 | 1,229 |
Nearby Villages of Kechua Danga
Kechua Danga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marttajapur | West | 1.16 km |
| Bilasisa | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Fulkhali | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Mollahad | West | 2.23 km |
| Uttar Chakarabpur | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Rukanpur | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Durgapur | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Baruipara | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Changachha | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Jot Darpanarayan | South | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kechua Danga
Kechua Danga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Berhampore Court, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampur to Kechua Danga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Kechua Danga is about 88.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kechua Danga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kechua Danga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kechua Danga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kechua Danga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kechua Danga
Where is Kechua Danga located?
Kechua Danga village is located in Karimpur - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kechua Danga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kechua Danga is Hogolberia.
What is the pincode of Kechua Danga?
The pincode of Kechua Danga is 741158.
What is the population of Kechua Danga?
Kechua Danga has a total population of 7,191, including 3,725 males and 3,466 females.
How many households are there in Kechua Danga?
There are 1,966 households in Kechua Danga.
What is the literacy rate in Kechua Danga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kechua Danga is 65.89%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 64.54%.