Netra - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Netra is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from Diamond Harbour and around 37.3 km from Alipore. Netra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Netra is 334388. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.29 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Netra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Magrahat paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Netra
As per Census 2011, Netra village has a total population of 3,577 people, consisting of 1,864 males and 1,713 females. The village has 693 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,381 literate and 1,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Netra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,577 | 1,864 | 1,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 262 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 183 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 2,381 | 1,324 | 1,057 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,196 | 540 | 656 |
Nearby Villages of Netra
Netra 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 Netra
Netra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Netra.
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Netra is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Netra is about 37.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Netra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Netra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Netra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Netra 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Netra
Where is Netra located?
Netra village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Netra?
Netra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Netra?
The pincode of Netra is 743331.
What is the population of Netra?
Netra has a total population of 3,577, including 1,864 males and 1,713 females.
How many households are there in Netra?
There are 693 households in Netra.
What is the literacy rate in Netra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Netra is 66.56%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 61.70%.