Nagartala - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Nagartala is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from Canning and around 47.9 km from Alipore. Tambuldaha-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagartala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagartala is 333853. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.14 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nagartala 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 Nagartala
As per Census 2011, Nagartala village has a total population of 10,419 people, consisting of 5,307 males and 5,112 females. The village has 2,070 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,573 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,001 literate and 4,418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagartala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,419 | 5,307 | 5,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,573 | 820 | 753 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,806 | 2,958 | 2,848 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 6,001 | 3,413 | 2,588 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,418 | 1,894 | 2,524 |
Nearby Villages of Nagartala
Nagartala 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 Nagartala
Nagartala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Nagartala.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Nagartala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Nagartala is about 47.9 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 Nagartala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagartala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagartala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagartala 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 Nagartala
Where is Nagartala located?
Nagartala village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagartala?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagartala is Tambuldaha-ii.
What is the pincode of Nagartala?
The pincode of Nagartala is 743329.
What is the population of Nagartala?
Nagartala has a total population of 10,419, including 5,307 males and 5,112 females.
How many households are there in Nagartala?
There are 2,070 households in Nagartala.
What is the literacy rate in Nagartala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagartala is 57.60%. Male literacy is 64.31% and female literacy is 50.63%.