Nalkura
Nalkura is a village located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 38.2km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Dharmapur I is the gram panchayat of Nalkura village.
Nalkura has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Nalkura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nalkura is 322687. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743249. Habra is nearest town to Nalkura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Nalkura
Population of Nalkura
Below is a concise population overview of Nalkura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 844 | 432 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 766 | 391 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 307 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 125 | 163 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nalkura village:
- The total population of Nalkura village is around 844, including approximately 432 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Nalkura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nalkura village has 766 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nalkura village is about 65.88%, with male literacy at 71.06% and female literacy at 60.44%.
- There are around 166 households in Nalkura village.
Connectivity of Nalkura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nalkura. As per the 2011 stats, Nalkura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nalkura
Knowing the nearby villages of Nalkura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nalkura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nalkura
- Where is Nalkura located?
- Nalkura village is situated in Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nalkura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nalkura is Dharmapur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nalkura?
- The pincode of Nalkura is 743249, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nalkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nalkura is 844, with 432 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Nalkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nalkura village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nalkura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nalkura is 65.88%. The male literacy rate is 71.06%, while the female literacy rate is 60.44%.