Payragachhi
Payragachhi is a village located in Habra I subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.5km away from sub-district headquarter Prafullanagar (tehsildar office) and 29.5km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Bargum Ii is the gram panchayat of Payragachhi village.
Here you can discover what makes Payragachhi unique in its vibrant Habra I-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Payragachhi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Payragachhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Payragachhi is 322876. The village spans a total geographical area of 219.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743263. Habra is nearest town to Payragachhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Payragachhi
Population of Payragachhi
According to the 2011 Census, Payragachhi has a total population of about 2,397, with approximately 1,255 males and 1,142 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 397 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 35. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.39%, with male literacy at about 81.59% and female literacy near 74.87%. There are around 609 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Payragachhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,397 | 1,255 | 1,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 108 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 217 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,879 | 1,024 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 231 | 287 |
Connectivity of Payragachhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Payragachhi. As per the 2011 stats, Payragachhi 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 Payragachhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Payragachhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Payragachhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Payragachhi
- Where is Payragachhi located?
- Payragachhi village is situated in Habra I Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Payragachhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Payragachhi is Bargum Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Payragachhi?
- The pincode of Payragachhi is 743263, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Payragachhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Payragachhi is 2,397, with 1,255 males and 1,142 females.
- How many households are there in Payragachhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Payragachhi village has a total of 609 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Payragachhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Payragachhi is 78.39%. The male literacy rate is 81.59%, while the female literacy rate is 74.87%.