Paschimpolta - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Paschimpolta is a village situated in the Swarupnagar subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14 km from Swarupnagar and around 44.9 km from Barasat. Saguna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschimpolta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschimpolta is 322788. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.13 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Gobordanga is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Paschimpolta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paschimpolta
As per Census 2011, Paschimpolta village has a total population of 1,237 people, consisting of 632 males and 605 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 900 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschimpolta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 632 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 192 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 494 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 138 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Paschimpolta
Paschimpolta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapileshwarpur | South | 0.97 km |
| Kanchdahh | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Shakdaha | East | 1.81 km |
| Diara | South | 1.88 km |
| Bhekulia | East | 1.89 km |
| Shrirampur | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Bagghata | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Jadabpur | North | 2.39 km |
| Labangola | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Pubali | West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paschimpolta
Paschimpolta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gobordanga to Paschimpolta is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Paschimpolta is about 44.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschimpolta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschimpolta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paschimpolta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschimpolta 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 Paschimpolta
Where is Paschimpolta located?
Paschimpolta village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschimpolta?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschimpolta is Saguna.
What is the pincode of Paschimpolta?
The pincode of Paschimpolta is 743247.
What is the population of Paschimpolta?
Paschimpolta has a total population of 1,237, including 632 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Paschimpolta?
There are 285 households in Paschimpolta.
What is the literacy rate in Paschimpolta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschimpolta is 72.76%. Male literacy is 78.16% and female literacy is 67.11%.