Saguna Village - Santipur, Nadia
Saguna is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 26.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 19.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Gayeshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saguna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saguna is 321922. The village covers a total geographical area of 887.75 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Saguna 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 Saguna
As per Census 2011, Saguna village has a total population of 7,874 people, consisting of 4,013 males and 3,861 females. The village has 1,743 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,441 literate and 4,433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,914 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saguna are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,874 | 4,013 | 3,861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,269 | 660 | 609 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,914 | 1,488 | 1,426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,441 | 1,993 | 1,448 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,433 | 2,020 | 2,413 |
Nearby Villages of Saguna
Saguna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aluipara | East | 1.93 km |
| Hijuli | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Bholadanga | West | 2.35 km |
| Satkulta | North | 2.42 km |
| Sardanga | East | 2.71 km |
| Boalia | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Nutanmath Bholadanga | West | 3.08 km |
| Chakpansila | North | 3.11 km |
| Media | West | 3.39 km |
| Tiabali | East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saguna
Saguna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Samudragarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Saguna is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Saguna is about 19.4 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 Saguna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saguna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saguna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saguna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saguna
Where is Saguna located?
Saguna village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saguna?
The Gram Panchayat of Saguna is Gayeshpur.
What is the pincode of Saguna?
The pincode of Saguna is 741404.
What is the population of Saguna?
Saguna has a total population of 7,874, including 4,013 males and 3,861 females.
How many households are there in Saguna?
There are 1,743 households in Saguna.
What is the literacy rate in Saguna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saguna is 43.70%. Male literacy is 49.66% and female literacy is 37.50%.