Srinagar - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Srinagar is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.2 km from Canning and around 66.1 km from Alipore. Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srinagar is 333876. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.93 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Srinagar 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 paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Srinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Srinagar village had a total population of 3,420 people, including 1,733 males and 1,687 females, living in 664 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.12%, with male literacy at 72.84% and female literacy at 63.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 3,420 | 1,733 | 1,687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 575 | 308 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,938 | 1,038 | 900 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,482 | 695 | 787 |
Nearby Villages of Srinagar
Srinagar 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 Srinagar
Srinagar 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 Srinagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baruipur to Srinagar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Srinagar is about 66.1 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 Srinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srinagar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Srinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srinagar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Srinagar
Where is Srinagar located?
Srinagar village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Srinagar is Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Srinagar?
The pincode of Srinagar is 743329.
What is the population of Srinagar?
Srinagar had a total population of 3,420, including 1,733 males and 1,687 females.
How many households are there in Srinagar?
Srinagar had 664 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srinagar was 68.12%. Male literacy was 72.84% and female literacy was 63.38%.