Shakdaha - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Shakdaha 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 47.4 km from Barasat. Saguna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakdaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakdaha is 322789. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.1 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Gobordanga is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shakdaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shakdaha
As per Census 2011, Shakdaha village has a total population of 2,794 people, consisting of 1,408 males and 1,386 females. The village has 657 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,771 literate and 1,023 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakdaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,794 | 1,408 | 1,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 141 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 161 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,771 | 926 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,023 | 482 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Shakdaha
Shakdaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhekulia | South | 1.17 km |
| Keotali | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Maminpur | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Paschimpolta | West | 1.81 km |
| Jadabpur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Kapileshwarpur | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Saguna | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Pantapara | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Shrirampur | South | 2.56 km |
| Bharadanga | North | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shakdaha
Shakdaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gobordanga to Shakdaha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Shakdaha is about 47.4 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 Shakdaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakdaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shakdaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakdaha 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 Shakdaha
Where is Shakdaha located?
Shakdaha village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakdaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakdaha is Saguna.
What is the pincode of Shakdaha?
The pincode of Shakdaha is 743247.
What is the population of Shakdaha?
Shakdaha has a total population of 2,794, including 1,408 males and 1,386 females.
How many households are there in Shakdaha?
There are 657 households in Shakdaha.
What is the literacy rate in Shakdaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakdaha is 63.39%. Male literacy is 65.77% and female literacy is 60.97%.