Itachana - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Itachana is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Pataspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itachana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itachana is 345061. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.65 hectares and falls under the 721439 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Itachana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Itachana
According to the 2011 Census, Itachana village had a total population of 960 people, including 494 males and 466 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.98%, with male literacy at 96.90% and female literacy at 83.01%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 960 | 494 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 74 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 407 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 87 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Itachana
Itachana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Itachana
Itachana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Egra to Itachana is about 10 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 Itachana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itachana 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 Itachana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itachana 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Itachana
Where is Itachana located?
Itachana village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Itachana?
The Gram Panchayat of Itachana is Pataspur.
What is the pincode of Itachana?
The pincode of Itachana is 721439.
What is the population of Itachana?
Itachana had a total population of 960, including 494 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Itachana?
Itachana had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itachana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itachana was 89.98%. Male literacy was 96.90% and female literacy was 83.01%.