Haldighi - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Haldighi is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11 km from Sarisha and around 46.5 km from Alipore. Kalatalahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haldighi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haldighi is 334420. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.01 hectares and falls under the 743395 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Haldighi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haldighi
According to the 2011 Census, Haldighi village had a total population of 1,074 people, including 553 males and 521 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.24%, with male literacy at 67.22% and female literacy at 34.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 901, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,074 | 553 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 901 | 468 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 322 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 231 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Haldighi
Haldighi 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 Haldighi
Haldighi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Diamond Harbour to Haldighi is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Haldighi is about 46.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haldighi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haldighi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Haldighi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haldighi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haldighi
Where is Haldighi located?
Haldighi village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haldighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Haldighi is Kalatalahat.
What is the pincode of Haldighi?
The pincode of Haldighi is 743395.
What is the population of Haldighi?
Haldighi had a total population of 1,074, including 553 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Haldighi?
Haldighi had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haldighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haldighi was 51.24%. Male literacy was 67.22% and female literacy was 34.15%.