Pakua Kultikri - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Pakua Kultikri is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Dongaria and around 30.5 km from Alipore. Rania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakua Kultikri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakua Kultikri is 333362. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.79 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pakua Kultikri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakua Kultikri
According to the 2011 Census, Pakua Kultikri village had a total population of 868 people, including 446 males and 422 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.47%, with male literacy at 93.01% and female literacy at 81.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 868 | 446 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 386 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 60 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Pakua Kultikri
Pakua Kultikri 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 Pakua Kultikri
Pakua Kultikri 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 Dakshin Raipur to Pakua Kultikri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Pakua Kultikri is about 30.5 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 Pakua Kultikri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakua Kultikri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pakua Kultikri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakua Kultikri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pakua Kultikri
Where is Pakua Kultikri located?
Pakua Kultikri village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakua Kultikri?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakua Kultikri is Rania.
What is the pincode of Pakua Kultikri?
The pincode of Pakua Kultikri is 743318.
What is the population of Pakua Kultikri?
Pakua Kultikri had a total population of 868, including 446 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Pakua Kultikri?
Pakua Kultikri had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakua Kultikri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakua Kultikri was 87.47%. Male literacy was 93.01% and female literacy was 81.46%.