Lalnagar - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Lalnagar is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 22.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Narayanpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalnagar is 321139. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.51 hectares and falls under the 741165 pincode. Beharampur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lalnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Lalnagar village had a total population of 1,293 people, including 662 males and 631 females, living in 382 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.17%, with male literacy at 64.81% and female literacy at 55.36%.
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 | 1,293 | 662 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 383 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 279 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Lalnagar
Lalnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagaiapur | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Fazil Nagar | North | 1.62 km |
| Pachim Char Brindabanpur | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Piarpur | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Char Fazilnagar | North | 2.57 km |
| Charnarayanpur | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Char Madhupur | North | 2.92 km |
| Purbba Char Brindabanpur | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Char Suranagapur | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Char Brindabanpur | South | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalnagar
Lalnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rejinagar, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beharampur to Lalnagar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Lalnagar is about 22.6 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lalnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalnagar
Where is Lalnagar located?
Lalnagar village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalnagar is Narayanpur-i.
What is the pincode of Lalnagar?
The pincode of Lalnagar is 741165.
What is the population of Lalnagar?
Lalnagar had a total population of 1,293, including 662 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Lalnagar?
Lalnagar had 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalnagar was 60.17%. Male literacy was 64.81% and female literacy was 55.36%.