Pingaleswar - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Pingaleswar is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from Baduria. Jadurhati Uttar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pingaleswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pingaleswar is 323460. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.8 hectares and falls under the 743293 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pingaleswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baduria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pingaleswar
As per Census 2011, Pingaleswar village has a total population of 3,846 people, consisting of 1,950 males and 1,896 females. The village has 872 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 456 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,527 literate and 1,319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 992 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pingaleswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,846 | 1,950 | 1,896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 456 | 221 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 992 | 513 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,527 | 1,344 | 1,183 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 606 | 713 |
Nearby Villages of Pingaleswar
Pingaleswar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panji | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Dari Gobindapur | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Jadurhati | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Mamudpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Maleapur | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Naturia | East | 2.14 km |
| Narayanpur | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Dakshin Shibpur | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Jangalpur | North | 2.44 km |
| Nowapara | North | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pingaleswar
Pingaleswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kankra Mirzanagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baduria to Pingaleswar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pingaleswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pingaleswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pingaleswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pingaleswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pingaleswar
Where is Pingaleswar located?
Pingaleswar village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pingaleswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pingaleswar is Jadurhati Uttar.
What is the pincode of Pingaleswar?
The pincode of Pingaleswar is 743293.
What is the population of Pingaleswar?
Pingaleswar has a total population of 3,846, including 1,950 males and 1,896 females.
How many households are there in Pingaleswar?
There are 872 households in Pingaleswar.
What is the literacy rate in Pingaleswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingaleswar is 65.70%. Male literacy is 68.92% and female literacy is 62.39%.