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
As per Census 2011, Haldighi village has a total population of 1,074 people, consisting of 553 males and 521 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 901 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haldighi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,074, including 553 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Haldighi?
There are 231 households in Haldighi.
What is the literacy rate in Haldighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haldighi is 44.23%. Male literacy is 58.23% and female literacy is 29.37%.