Homra Polta - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Homra Polta is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.8 km from Canning and around 65.2 km from Alipore. Tambuldaha-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Homra Polta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Homra Polta is 333879. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.64 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Homra Polta 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 Homra Polta
According to the 2011 Census, Homra Polta village had a total population of 6,389 people, including 3,310 males and 3,079 females, living in 1,212 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.86%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 62.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,043.
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 | 6,389 | 3,310 | 3,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,004 | 537 | 467 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,043 | 1,077 | 966 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,816 | 2,178 | 1,638 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,573 | 1,132 | 1,441 |
Nearby Villages of Homra Polta
Homra Polta 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 Homra Polta
Homra Polta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Homra Polta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Homra Polta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Homra Polta is about 65.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Homra Polta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Homra Polta 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 km |
Health Facilities in Homra Polta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Homra Polta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Homra Polta
Where is Homra Polta located?
Homra Polta village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Homra Polta?
The Gram Panchayat of Homra Polta is Tambuldaha-ii.
What is the pincode of Homra Polta?
The pincode of Homra Polta is 743329.
What is the population of Homra Polta?
Homra Polta had a total population of 6,389, including 3,310 males and 3,079 females.
How many households are there in Homra Polta?
Homra Polta had 1,212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Homra Polta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Homra Polta was 70.86%. Male literacy was 78.54% and female literacy was 62.71%.