Nilnagar - Santipur, Nadia
Nilnagar is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 30.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Belgoria-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilnagar is 321977. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.37 hectares and falls under the 741402 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nilnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Nilnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Nilnagar village had a total population of 136 people, including 74 males and 62 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.80%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 67.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 52 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 22 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Nilnagar
Nilnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brittirchar | North | 0.66 km |
| Suresh Nagar | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Tarapur | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Pumlia | North | 1.64 km |
| Girish Nagar | South | 1.82 km |
| Simulia | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Malipota | North | 2.33 km |
| Charsimulia | East | 2.35 km |
| Nutan Char Krishnabati | West | 2.57 km |
| Char Rampur | South-West | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nilnagar
Nilnagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Phulia, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Nilnagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Nilnagar is about 30.2 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 Nilnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nilnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nilnagar
Where is Nilnagar located?
Nilnagar village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nilnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilnagar is Belgoria-i.
What is the pincode of Nilnagar?
The pincode of Nilnagar is 741402.
What is the population of Nilnagar?
Nilnagar had a total population of 136, including 74 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Nilnagar?
Nilnagar had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilnagar was 74.80%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 67.80%.