Kamalpur - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 24.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Jugalkishore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 322099. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.47 hectares and falls under the 741202 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kamalpur village had a total population of 595 people, including 301 males and 294 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.09%, with male literacy at 94.66% and female literacy at 89.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 595 | 301 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 266 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 35 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Kamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kamalpur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Kamalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Kamalpur is about 24.3 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 Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalpur is Jugalkishore.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 741202.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur had a total population of 595, including 301 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
Kamalpur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur was 92.09%. Male literacy was 94.66% and female literacy was 89.45%.