Ishwarigachha - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Ishwarigachha is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.7 km from Baduria. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ishwarigachha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ishwarigachha is 323477. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.13 hectares and falls under the 743401 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ishwarigachha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baduria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ishwarigachha
As per Census 2011, Ishwarigachha village has a total population of 3,137 people, consisting of 1,585 males and 1,552 females. The village has 776 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,235 literate and 902 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ishwarigachha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,137 | 1,585 | 1,552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 168 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 124 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,235 | 1,207 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 378 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Ishwarigachha
Ishwarigachha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Gurudaha | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Maleapur | West | 1.22 km |
| Arsula | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Naturia | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Gokna | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Pingaleswar | West | 2.99 km |
| Narayanpur | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Jadurhati | West | 3.45 km |
| Rajbaria | South-West | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ishwarigachha
Ishwarigachha 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 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baduria to Ishwarigachha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ishwarigachha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ishwarigachha 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 Ishwarigachha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ishwarigachha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ishwarigachha
Where is Ishwarigachha located?
Ishwarigachha village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ishwarigachha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ishwarigachha is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Ishwarigachha?
The pincode of Ishwarigachha is 743401.
What is the population of Ishwarigachha?
Ishwarigachha has a total population of 3,137, including 1,585 males and 1,552 females.
How many households are there in Ishwarigachha?
There are 776 households in Ishwarigachha.
What is the literacy rate in Ishwarigachha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ishwarigachha is 71.25%. Male literacy is 76.15% and female literacy is 66.24%.