Par Kalugachhi - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Par Kalugachhi is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.7 km from Canning and around 53.9 km from Alipore. Deuli-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Par Kalugachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Par Kalugachhi is 333821. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.63 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Par Kalugachhi 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 Par Kalugachhi
According to the 2011 Census, Par Kalugachhi village had a total population of 442 people, including 232 males and 210 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.19%, with male literacy at 94.58% and female literacy at 80.90%.
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 | 442 | 232 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 192 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 40 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Par Kalugachhi
Par Kalugachhi 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 Par Kalugachhi
Par Kalugachhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Canning to Par Kalugachhi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Par Kalugachhi is about 53.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Par Kalugachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Par Kalugachhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Par Kalugachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Par Kalugachhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Par Kalugachhi
Where is Par Kalugachhi located?
Par Kalugachhi village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Par Kalugachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Par Kalugachhi is Deuli-i.
What is the pincode of Par Kalugachhi?
The pincode of Par Kalugachhi is 743329.
What is the population of Par Kalugachhi?
Par Kalugachhi had a total population of 442, including 232 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Par Kalugachhi?
Par Kalugachhi had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Par Kalugachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Par Kalugachhi was 88.19%. Male literacy was 94.58% and female literacy was 80.90%.