Andulpota - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Andulpota is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 42.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Kamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andulpota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andulpota is 322115. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.09 hectares and falls under the 741238 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Andulpota 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 Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andulpota
As per Census 2011, Andulpota village has a total population of 1,811 people, consisting of 955 males and 856 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,333 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andulpota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,811 | 955 | 856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,727 | 905 | 822 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,333 | 754 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 201 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Andulpota
Andulpota 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 Andulpota
Andulpota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Andulpota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ranaghat to Andulpota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Andulpota is about 42.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andulpota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andulpota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andulpota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andulpota 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Andulpota
Where is Andulpota located?
Andulpota village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andulpota?
The Gram Panchayat of Andulpota is Kamalpur.
What is the pincode of Andulpota?
The pincode of Andulpota is 741238.
What is the population of Andulpota?
Andulpota has a total population of 1,811, including 955 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Andulpota?
There are 393 households in Andulpota.
What is the literacy rate in Andulpota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andulpota is 73.61%. Male literacy is 78.95% and female literacy is 67.64%.