Hanspukuria - Tehatta - II, Nadia
Hanspukuria is a village situated in the Tehatta - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palashipara and around 46.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hanspukuria village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanspukuria is 321279. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.78 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hanspukuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hanspukuria
As per Census 2011, Hanspukuria village has a total population of 8,023 people, consisting of 4,165 males and 3,858 females. The village has 1,836 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 908 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,939 literate and 3,084 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanspukuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,023 | 4,165 | 3,858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 908 | 483 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,179 | 614 | 565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 4,939 | 2,681 | 2,258 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,084 | 1,484 | 1,600 |
Nearby Villages of Hanspukuria
Hanspukuria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khaspu | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Kushtia | South | 2.61 km |
| Iswarchandrapur | North | 2.95 km |
| Natipota | East | 3.35 km |
| Chak Hanspukuria | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Chak Rudranagar | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Raghunathpur | North | 3.99 km |
| Uzirpur | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Kulgachhi | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Barnia | West | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanspukuria
Hanspukuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonadanga, 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 | 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 Hanspukuria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Hanspukuria is about 46.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanspukuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanspukuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hanspukuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanspukuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hanspukuria
Where is Hanspukuria located?
Hanspukuria village is located in Tehatta - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanspukuria?
Hanspukuria is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hanspukuria?
The pincode of Hanspukuria is 741160.
What is the population of Hanspukuria?
Hanspukuria has a total population of 8,023, including 4,165 males and 3,858 females.
How many households are there in Hanspukuria?
There are 1,836 households in Hanspukuria.
What is the literacy rate in Hanspukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanspukuria is 61.56%. Male literacy is 64.37% and female literacy is 58.53%.