Amlani - Hasnabad, North 24 Parganas
Amlani is a village situated in the Hasnabad subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Hasnabad. Amlani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amlani is 323946. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.28 hectares and falls under the 743426 pincode. Taki is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Amlani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basirhat Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amlani
As per Census 2011, Amlani village has a total population of 3,626 people, consisting of 1,851 males and 1,775 females. The village has 821 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,656 literate and 970 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,662 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amlani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,626 | 1,851 | 1,775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 194 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,662 | 850 | 812 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,656 | 1,411 | 1,245 |
| Illiterate Population | 970 | 440 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Amlani
Amlani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanpur | West | 1.06 km |
| Dholtukari | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Haripur | North | 1.71 km |
| Chak Tengramari | South | 2.00 km |
| Mohanpurabad | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Raghabpur | West | 2.09 km |
| Takipur | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Hasnabad | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Asharianarayanpur | West | 2.86 km |
| Fatepur | North | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amlani
Amlani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Hasanabad, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taki to Amlani is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amlani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amlani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amlani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amlani 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Amlani
Where is Amlani located?
Amlani village is located in Hasnabad Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amlani?
Amlani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amlani?
The pincode of Amlani is 743426.
What is the population of Amlani?
Amlani has a total population of 3,626, including 1,851 males and 1,775 females.
How many households are there in Amlani?
There are 821 households in Amlani.
What is the literacy rate in Amlani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amlani is 73.25%. Male literacy is 76.23% and female literacy is 70.14%.