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
According to the 2011 Census, Saguna village had a total population of 7,397 people, including 3,707 males and 3,690 females, living in 1,990 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.63%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 60.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 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 had a total population of 7,397, including 3,707 males and 3,690 females.
How many households are there in Saguna?
Saguna had 1,990 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saguna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saguna was 58.63%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 60.13%.