Swastayan Gachhi - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Swastayan Gachhi is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.8 km from Bhangar and around 59.3 km from Alipore. Polerhat-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Swastayan Gachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swastayan Gachhi is 333712. The village covers a total geographical area of 398 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Dum Dum is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Swastayan Gachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Swastayan Gachhi
According to the 2011 Census, Swastayan Gachhi village had a total population of 6,966 people, including 3,652 males and 3,314 females, living in 1,358 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.67%, with male literacy at 79.67% and female literacy at 75.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149.
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 | 6,966 | 3,652 | 3,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,002 | 528 | 474 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 82 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,632 | 2,489 | 2,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,334 | 1,163 | 1,171 |
Nearby Villages of Swastayan Gachhi
Swastayan Gachhi 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 Swastayan Gachhi
Swastayan Gachhi 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 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 Dum Dum to Swastayan Gachhi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Swastayan Gachhi is about 59.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swastayan Gachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swastayan Gachhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Swastayan Gachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swastayan Gachhi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Swastayan Gachhi
Where is Swastayan Gachhi located?
Swastayan Gachhi village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Swastayan Gachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Swastayan Gachhi is Polerhat-i.
What is the pincode of Swastayan Gachhi?
The pincode of Swastayan Gachhi is 743502.
What is the population of Swastayan Gachhi?
Swastayan Gachhi had a total population of 6,966, including 3,652 males and 3,314 females.
How many households are there in Swastayan Gachhi?
Swastayan Gachhi had 1,358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Swastayan Gachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swastayan Gachhi was 77.67%. Male literacy was 79.67% and female literacy was 75.46%.