Tehatta - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Tehatta is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 41.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Tehatta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tehatta is 321246. The village covers a total geographical area of 1095.91 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Tehatta 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 Tehatta
As per Census 2011, Tehatta village has a total population of 21,093 people, consisting of 10,736 males and 10,357 females. The village has 5,207 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,021 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,505 literate and 6,588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tehatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,093 | 10,736 | 10,357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,021 | 1,036 | 985 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,425 | 2,259 | 2,166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 155 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 14,505 | 7,567 | 6,938 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,588 | 3,169 | 3,419 |
Nearby Villages of Tehatta
Tehatta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haulia | East | 1.34 km |
| Purbba Chak Jaliapara | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Garibpur | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Kulgachhi | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Chak Haulia | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Natna | East | 3.01 km |
| Salua | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Chak Jaliapara | North | 3.22 km |
| Natipota | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Taranipur | South | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tehatta
Tehatta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Krishna Nagar to Tehatta is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Tehatta is about 41.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tehatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tehatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tehatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tehatta 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 Tehatta
Where is Tehatta located?
Tehatta village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tehatta?
Tehatta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tehatta?
The pincode of Tehatta is 741160.
What is the population of Tehatta?
Tehatta has a total population of 21,093, including 10,736 males and 10,357 females.
How many households are there in Tehatta?
There are 5,207 households in Tehatta.
What is the literacy rate in Tehatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tehatta is 68.77%. Male literacy is 70.48% and female literacy is 66.99%.