Karaigachhi - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Karaigachhi is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 53.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Betai-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaigachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaigachhi is 321235. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.63 hectares and falls under the 741163 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karaigachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaigachhi
As per Census 2011, Karaigachhi village has a total population of 4,226 people, consisting of 2,160 males and 2,066 females. The village has 1,128 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,670 literate and 1,556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 992 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaigachhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,226 | 2,160 | 2,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 211 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 992 | 488 | 504 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 143 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 2,670 | 1,402 | 1,268 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,556 | 758 | 798 |
Nearby Villages of Karaigachhi
Karaigachhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imamganj | South | 1.33 km |
| Chilakhali | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Bhabanipur | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Betai Jitpur | East | 2.75 km |
| Balarampur | North | 2.81 km |
| Syamnagar | West | 3.41 km |
| Jitpur | South | 3.87 km |
| Fatepur | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Chhatina | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Suruppur | West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karaigachhi
Karaigachhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pagla Chandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishna Nagar to Karaigachhi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Karaigachhi is about 53.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaigachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaigachhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karaigachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaigachhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karaigachhi
Where is Karaigachhi located?
Karaigachhi village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaigachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaigachhi is Betai-ii.
What is the pincode of Karaigachhi?
The pincode of Karaigachhi is 741163.
What is the population of Karaigachhi?
Karaigachhi has a total population of 4,226, including 2,160 males and 2,066 females.
How many households are there in Karaigachhi?
There are 1,128 households in Karaigachhi.
What is the literacy rate in Karaigachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaigachhi is 63.18%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 61.37%.