Nishchintapur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Nishchintapur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.1 km from Bongaon and around 49.5 km from Barasat. Dighari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nishchintapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nishchintapur is 322651. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.3 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bangoan is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Nishchintapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nishchintapur
As per Census 2011, Nishchintapur village has a total population of 2,617 people, consisting of 1,327 males and 1,290 females. The village has 587 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,765 literate and 852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,676 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nishchintapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,327 | 1,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 126 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,676 | 855 | 821 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 256 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 1,765 | 957 | 808 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 370 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Nishchintapur
Nishchintapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shimulia | North | 1.50 km |
| Srinagar | West | 1.67 km |
| Mathurapur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Pathantala | East | 1.80 km |
| Dighari | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Satashi | South | 2.39 km |
| Huda Bishnupur | North | 2.50 km |
| Uttar Kanakpur | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Lakhmipur | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Chinili | East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nishchintapur
Public transport in the Nishchintapur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bangoan to Nishchintapur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Nishchintapur is about 49.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nishchintapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nishchintapur 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 Nishchintapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nishchintapur 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 Nishchintapur
Where is Nishchintapur located?
Nishchintapur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nishchintapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nishchintapur is Dighari.
What is the pincode of Nishchintapur?
The pincode of Nishchintapur is 743262.
What is the population of Nishchintapur?
Nishchintapur has a total population of 2,617, including 1,327 males and 1,290 females.
How many households are there in Nishchintapur?
There are 587 households in Nishchintapur.
What is the literacy rate in Nishchintapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nishchintapur is 67.44%. Male literacy is 72.12% and female literacy is 62.64%.