Kasinagar - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Kasinagar is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.4 km from Gobindapur and around 27.4 km from Alipore. Chandaneswar-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasinagar is 333635. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.08 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kasinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kasinagar
As per Census 2011, Kasinagar village has a total population of 539 people, consisting of 283 males and 256 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 283 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 283 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 216 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 67 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kasinagar
Kasinagar 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 Kasinagar
Kasinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Calcutta to Kasinagar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kasinagar is about 27.4 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 Kasinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kasinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kasinagar
Where is Kasinagar located?
Kasinagar village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasinagar is Chandaneswar-ii.
What is the pincode of Kasinagar?
The pincode of Kasinagar is 743502.
What is the population of Kasinagar?
Kasinagar has a total population of 539, including 283 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Kasinagar?
There are 136 households in Kasinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Kasinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasinagar is 66.23%. Male literacy is 76.33% and female literacy is 55.08%.