Saguna - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Saguna is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 19.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Natidanga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saguna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saguna is 321132. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.98 hectares and falls under the 741165 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Saguna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karimpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saguna
As per Census 2011, Saguna village has a total population of 7,397 people, consisting of 3,707 males and 3,690 females. The village has 1,990 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 996 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,753 literate and 3,644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saguna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,397 | 3,707 | 3,690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 996 | 501 | 495 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 3,753 | 1,832 | 1,921 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,644 | 1,875 | 1,769 |
Nearby Villages of Saguna
Saguna 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 Saguna
Saguna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Krishnagar to Saguna is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Saguna is about 19.4 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 Saguna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saguna 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saguna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saguna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saguna
Where is Saguna located?
Saguna village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saguna?
The Gram Panchayat of Saguna is Natidanga-i.
What is the pincode of Saguna?
The pincode of Saguna is 741165.
What is the population of Saguna?
Saguna has a total population of 7,397, including 3,707 males and 3,690 females.
How many households are there in Saguna?
There are 1,990 households in Saguna.
What is the literacy rate in Saguna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saguna is 50.74%. Male literacy is 49.42% and female literacy is 52.06%.