Syamnagar - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Syamnagar is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 49.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Shyamnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syamnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syamnagar is 321204. The village covers a total geographical area of 853.49 hectares and falls under the 741155 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Syamnagar 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 Syamnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Syamnagar village had a total population of 7,470 people, including 3,842 males and 3,628 females, living in 1,816 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 76.75% and female literacy at 71.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,095, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 745.
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 | 7,470 | 3,842 | 3,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 774 | 397 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,095 | 570 | 525 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 745 | 370 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 4,953 | 2,644 | 2,309 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,517 | 1,198 | 1,319 |
Nearby Villages of Syamnagar
Syamnagar 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 | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Chilakhali | East | 2.14 km |
| Nishchintapur | South | 2.18 km |
| Baksipur | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Tarangar | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Fatepur | North | 2.64 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 3.15 km |
| Rudranagar | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Bhabanipur | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Karaigachhi | East | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Syamnagar
Public transport in the Syamnagar is mainly available through bus services. 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 101.8 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 Syamnagar is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Syamnagar is about 49.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syamnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syamnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Syamnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syamnagar 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 Syamnagar
Where is Syamnagar located?
Syamnagar village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Syamnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Syamnagar is Shyamnagar.
What is the pincode of Syamnagar?
The pincode of Syamnagar is 741155.
What is the population of Syamnagar?
Syamnagar had a total population of 7,470, including 3,842 males and 3,628 females.
How many households are there in Syamnagar?
Syamnagar had 1,816 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syamnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syamnagar was 73.97%. Male literacy was 76.75% and female literacy was 71.02%.