Hansarabad - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Hansarabad is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.6 km from Canning and around 50.6 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hansarabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hansarabad is 333847. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.82 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Hansarabad 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 Hansarabad
According to the 2011 Census, Hansarabad village had a total population of 927 people, including 472 males and 455 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.03%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 60.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 927 | 472 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 280 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 192 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Hansarabad
Hansarabad 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 Hansarabad
Hansarabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hansarabad.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Hansarabad is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Hansarabad is about 50.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hansarabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hansarabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hansarabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hansarabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hansarabad
Where is Hansarabad located?
Hansarabad village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hansarabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Hansarabad is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Hansarabad?
The pincode of Hansarabad is 743329.
What is the population of Hansarabad?
Hansarabad had a total population of 927, including 472 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Hansarabad?
Hansarabad had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hansarabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hansarabad was 66.03%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 60.57%.