Andulpota - Bagda, North 24 Parganas
Andulpota is a village situated in the Bagda subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.1 km from Bagda and around 64 km from Barasat. Malipota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andulpota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andulpota is 322489. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.84 hectares and falls under the 743232 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Andulpota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Andulpota
According to the 2011 Census, Andulpota village had a total population of 2,090 people, including 1,089 males and 1,001 females, living in 470 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.83%, with male literacy at 85.80% and female literacy at 71.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,769, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 258.
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 | 2,090 | 1,089 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 131 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,769 | 920 | 849 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 129 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 1,456 | 822 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 267 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Andulpota
Andulpota is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Andulpota
Andulpota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bangaon to Andulpota is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Andulpota is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andulpota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andulpota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Andulpota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andulpota 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andulpota
Where is Andulpota located?
Andulpota village is located in Bagda Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andulpota?
The Gram Panchayat of Andulpota is Malipota.
What is the pincode of Andulpota?
The pincode of Andulpota is 743232.
What is the population of Andulpota?
Andulpota had a total population of 2,090, including 1,089 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Andulpota?
Andulpota had 470 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andulpota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andulpota was 78.83%. Male literacy was 85.80% and female literacy was 71.32%.