Paikardanga - Basirhat - I, North 24 Parganas
Paikardanga is a village situated in the Basirhat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Basirhat . Gochha Akharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paikardanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paikardanga is 323549. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.74 hectares and falls under the 743292 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town.
Paikardanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paikardanga
As per Census 2011, Paikardanga village has a total population of 2,933 people, consisting of 1,482 males and 1,451 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 450 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,563 literate and 1,370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paikardanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,933 | 1,482 | 1,451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 228 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 93 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,563 | 836 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,370 | 646 | 724 |
Nearby Villages of Paikardanga
Paikardanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bibidia | East | 0.70 km |
| Gachha | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Mukundakati | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Akharpur | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Prasannakati | West | 2.81 km |
| Panitar | South | 2.94 km |
| Labanga | West | 3.26 km |
| Chak Labanga | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Rangra | West | 3.40 km |
| Magurali | North-West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paikardanga
Paikardanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Basirhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Paikardanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paikardanga 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 Paikardanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paikardanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paikardanga
Where is Paikardanga located?
Paikardanga village is located in Basirhat - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikardanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikardanga is Gochha Akharpur.
What is the pincode of Paikardanga?
The pincode of Paikardanga is 743292.
What is the population of Paikardanga?
Paikardanga has a total population of 2,933, including 1,482 males and 1,451 females.
How many households are there in Paikardanga?
There are 581 households in Paikardanga.
What is the literacy rate in Paikardanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paikardanga is 53.29%. Male literacy is 56.41% and female literacy is 50.10%.