Palitpara - Ranaghat - I, Nadia
Palitpara is a village situated in the Ranaghat - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Habibpur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Khisma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palitpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palitpara is 321985. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 741201 pincode.
Palitpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palitpara
According to the 2011 Census, Palitpara village had a total population of 1,737 people, including 897 males and 840 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.77%, with male literacy at 86.51% and female literacy at 80.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 448.
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 | 1,737 | 897 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 237 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,326 | 712 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 185 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Palitpara
Palitpara 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 Palitpara
Palitpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Palitpara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnanagar to Palitpara is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palitpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palitpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palitpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palitpara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palitpara
Where is Palitpara located?
Palitpara village is located in Ranaghat - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palitpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Palitpara is Khisma.
What is the pincode of Palitpara?
The pincode of Palitpara is 741201.
What is the population of Palitpara?
Palitpara had a total population of 1,737, including 897 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Palitpara?
Palitpara had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palitpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palitpara was 83.77%. Male literacy was 86.51% and female literacy was 80.79%.