Nishchintapur - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Nishchintapur is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nishchintapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nishchintapur is 321207. The village covers a total geographical area of 618.94 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Nishchintapur 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 Nishchintapur
According to the 2011 Census, Nishchintapur village had a total population of 5,065 people, including 2,614 males and 2,451 females, living in 1,232 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.58%, with male literacy at 70.86% and female literacy at 66.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,402, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 5,065 | 2,614 | 2,451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 246 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,402 | 715 | 687 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,136 | 1,678 | 1,458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,929 | 936 | 993 |
Nearby Villages of Nishchintapur
Nishchintapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suruppur | North | 1.02 km |
| Tarangar | West | 1.02 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 1.19 km |
| Iswarchandrapur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Syamnagar | North | 2.18 km |
| Rudranagar | West | 2.30 km |
| Krishnachandrapur | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Chak Rudranagar | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Chilakhali | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Palashipara | North-West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nishchintapur
Nishchintapur 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 100.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Krishnagar to Nishchintapur is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Nishchintapur is about 53 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 Nishchintapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nishchintapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nishchintapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nishchintapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nishchintapur
Where is Nishchintapur located?
Nishchintapur village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nishchintapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nishchintapur is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Nishchintapur?
The pincode of Nishchintapur is 741160.
What is the population of Nishchintapur?
Nishchintapur had a total population of 5,065, including 2,614 males and 2,451 females.
How many households are there in Nishchintapur?
Nishchintapur had 1,232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nishchintapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nishchintapur was 68.58%. Male literacy was 70.86% and female literacy was 66.12%.