Lot No 126 - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Lot No 126 is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.7 km from Sonakhali and around 91.7 km from Alipore. Jharkhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lot No 126 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lot No 126 is 335114. The village covers a total geographical area of 4558.39 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Lot No 126 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lot No 126
As per Census 2011, Lot No 126 village has a total population of 15,695 people, consisting of 8,142 males and 7,553 females. The village has 3,820 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,728 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,295 literate and 4,400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14,662 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lot No 126 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,695 | 8,142 | 7,553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,728 | 853 | 875 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14,662 | 7,601 | 7,061 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 11,295 | 6,432 | 4,863 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,400 | 1,710 | 2,690 |
Nearby Villages of Lot No 126
Lot No 126 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laskarpur | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Lot No 125 | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Parbattipur | North-West | 5.93 km |
| Kaikhali | West | 6.70 km |
| Birinchi Bari | North | 7.11 km |
| Gopalganj | North-West | 7.38 km |
| Nafarganj | North-West | 9.15 km |
| Deulbari Debipur | West | 9.17 km |
| Radharanipur | North | 9.51 km |
| Dakshin Garankati | North-West | 10.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lot No 126
Lot No 126 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jayanagar Majilpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Lot No 126 is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Lot No 126 is about 91.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lot No 126
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lot No 126 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lot No 126
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lot No 126 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lot No 126
Where is Lot No 126 located?
Lot No 126 village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lot No 126?
The Gram Panchayat of Lot No 126 is Jharkhali.
What is the pincode of Lot No 126?
The pincode of Lot No 126 is 743312.
What is the population of Lot No 126?
Lot No 126 has a total population of 15,695, including 8,142 males and 7,553 females.
How many households are there in Lot No 126?
There are 3,820 households in Lot No 126.
What is the literacy rate in Lot No 126?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lot No 126 is 71.97%. Male literacy is 79.00% and female literacy is 64.39%.