Asannagar - Krishnagar - I, Nadia
Asannagar is a village situated in the Krishnagar - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baruihuda and around 13.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Assannagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asannagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asannagar is 321760. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.84 hectares and falls under the 741161 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Asannagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnanagar Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asannagar
As per Census 2011, Asannagar village has a total population of 12,794 people, consisting of 6,500 males and 6,294 females. The village has 3,076 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,828 literate and 3,966 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,544 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asannagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,794 | 6,500 | 6,294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,151 | 585 | 566 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,544 | 3,275 | 3,269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 8,828 | 4,854 | 3,974 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,966 | 1,646 | 2,320 |
Nearby Villages of Asannagar
Asannagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bansbaria | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Chandpur | North | 2.24 km |
| Pukurgachhi | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Poragachha | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Dafarpota | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Rampur | North | 3.03 km |
| Kulgachhi | West | 3.44 km |
| Muchi Fulbaria | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Adapota | North | 3.58 km |
| Betna | South | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asannagar
Asannagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mayurhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Asannagar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Asannagar is about 13.3 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 Asannagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asannagar 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 Asannagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asannagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asannagar
Where is Asannagar located?
Asannagar village is located in Krishnagar - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asannagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Asannagar is Assannagar.
What is the pincode of Asannagar?
The pincode of Asannagar is 741161.
What is the population of Asannagar?
Asannagar has a total population of 12,794, including 6,500 males and 6,294 females.
How many households are there in Asannagar?
There are 3,076 households in Asannagar.
What is the literacy rate in Asannagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asannagar is 69.00%. Male literacy is 74.68% and female literacy is 63.14%.