Patkelgachha - Bagda, North 24 Parganas
Patkelgachha is a village situated in the Bagda subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.1 km from Bagda and around 77.3 km from Barasat. Bagda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkelgachha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkelgachha is 322452. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares and falls under the 743232 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Patkelgachha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Patkelgachha
According to the 2011 Census, Patkelgachha village had a total population of 1,235 people, including 626 males and 609 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.15%, with male literacy at 65.02% and female literacy at 55.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 1,235 | 626 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 100 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 342 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 284 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Patkelgachha
Patkelgachha 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 Patkelgachha
Patkelgachha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongaon to Patkelgachha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Patkelgachha is about 77.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkelgachha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkelgachha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patkelgachha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkelgachha 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 Patkelgachha
Where is Patkelgachha located?
Patkelgachha village is located in Bagda Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patkelgachha?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkelgachha is Bagda.
What is the pincode of Patkelgachha?
The pincode of Patkelgachha is 743232.
What is the population of Patkelgachha?
Patkelgachha had a total population of 1,235, including 626 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Patkelgachha?
Patkelgachha had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkelgachha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkelgachha was 60.15%. Male literacy was 65.02% and female literacy was 55.26%.