Sholka Durgapur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Sholka Durgapur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Bongaon and around 52.5 km from Barasat. Palla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sholka Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sholka Durgapur is 322639. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.99 hectares and falls under the 743701 pincode. Bangoan is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sholka Durgapur 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 Sholka Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Sholka Durgapur village has a total population of 1,756 people, consisting of 897 males and 859 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,194 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sholka Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 897 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 97 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 628 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 269 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Sholka Durgapur
Sholka Durgapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimantapur | West | 1.32 km |
| Dharmmapur | South | 1.33 km |
| Hanidanga | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Shubha Ratnapur | North | 1.73 km |
| Satbaria | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Paschim Ramchandrapur | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Dakshin Jiala | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Gopalnagar | North | 2.41 km |
| Palla | West | 2.74 km |
| Belta | South-West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sholka Durgapur
Sholka Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangoan to Sholka Durgapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Sholka Durgapur is about 52.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sholka Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sholka Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sholka Durgapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sholka Durgapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sholka Durgapur
Where is Sholka Durgapur located?
Sholka Durgapur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sholka Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sholka Durgapur is Palla.
What is the pincode of Sholka Durgapur?
The pincode of Sholka Durgapur is 743701.
What is the population of Sholka Durgapur?
Sholka Durgapur has a total population of 1,756, including 897 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Sholka Durgapur?
There are 441 households in Sholka Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sholka Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sholka Durgapur is 68.00%. Male literacy is 70.01% and female literacy is 65.89%.