Kadampur - Santipur, Nadia
Kadampur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 25.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Babla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadampur is 321958. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.39 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kadampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadampur
As per Census 2011, Kadampur village has a total population of 2,001 people, consisting of 1,037 males and 964 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,305 literate and 696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,001 | 1,037 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,357 | 698 | 659 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,305 | 717 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 320 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Kadampur
Kadampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bathna | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Beharia (ct) | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Arbalda | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Ghoralia (ct) | West | 2.04 km |
| Mollaber | North | 2.15 km |
| Chhota Ranaghat (p) | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Bahadurpur | North | 2.65 km |
| Kanakhola | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Ghoshra | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Nidhkur | North-East | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadampur
Public transport in the Kadampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bathna Krittibas Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Santipur to Kadampur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Kadampur is about 25.9 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 Kadampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadampur 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 Kadampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadampur 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 Kadampur
Where is Kadampur located?
Kadampur village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadampur is Babla.
What is the pincode of Kadampur?
The pincode of Kadampur is 741404.
What is the population of Kadampur?
Kadampur has a total population of 2,001, including 1,037 males and 964 females.
How many households are there in Kadampur?
There are 458 households in Kadampur.
What is the literacy rate in Kadampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadampur is 65.22%. Male literacy is 69.14% and female literacy is 61.00%.