Hogaldara - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Hogaldara is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 33.3 km from Gobindapur and around 31.7 km from Alipore. Chandaneswar-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hogaldara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hogaldara is 333631. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.51 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Hogaldara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hogaldara
According to the 2011 Census, Hogaldara village had a total population of 1,510 people, including 763 males and 747 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.70%, with male literacy at 88.61% and female literacy at 70.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,473, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,510 | 763 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 96 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,473 | 742 | 731 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 591 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 172 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Hogaldara
Hogaldara 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 Hogaldara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Hogaldara. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hogaldara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Calcutta to Hogaldara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Hogaldara is about 31.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hogaldara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hogaldara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hogaldara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hogaldara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hogaldara
Where is Hogaldara located?
Hogaldara village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hogaldara?
The Gram Panchayat of Hogaldara is Chandaneswar-ii.
What is the pincode of Hogaldara?
The pincode of Hogaldara is 743502.
What is the population of Hogaldara?
Hogaldara had a total population of 1,510, including 763 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Hogaldara?
Hogaldara had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hogaldara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hogaldara was 79.70%. Male literacy was 88.61% and female literacy was 70.81%.