Parganti - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Parganti is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.5 km from Canning and around 59.2 km from Alipore. Deuli-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parganti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parganti is 333836. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.58 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Parganti 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 Parganti
According to the 2011 Census, Parganti village had a total population of 2,781 people, including 1,428 males and 1,353 females, living in 532 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.37%, with male literacy at 78.90% and female literacy at 63.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 442.
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 | 2,781 | 1,428 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 542 | 286 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 442 | 235 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 1,598 | 901 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 527 | 656 |
Nearby Villages of Parganti
Parganti 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 Parganti
Parganti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Parganti.
| 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 Parganti is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Parganti is about 59.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parganti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parganti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parganti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parganti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parganti
Where is Parganti located?
Parganti village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parganti?
The Gram Panchayat of Parganti is Deuli-ii.
What is the pincode of Parganti?
The pincode of Parganti is 743329.
What is the population of Parganti?
Parganti had a total population of 2,781, including 1,428 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Parganti?
Parganti had 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parganti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parganti was 71.37%. Male literacy was 78.90% and female literacy was 63.54%.