Nasa - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Nasa is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Sarisha and around 40.7 km from Alipore. Sarisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nasa is 334488. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.12 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nasa
As per Census 2011, Nasa village has a total population of 1,830 people, consisting of 950 males and 880 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,303 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 587 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,830 | 950 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 301 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 1,303 | 727 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 223 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Nasa
Nasa 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 Nasa
Nasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Nasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Diamond Harbour to Nasa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Nasa is about 40.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nasa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nasa
Where is Nasa located?
Nasa village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Nasa is Sarisa.
What is the pincode of Nasa?
The pincode of Nasa is 743330.
What is the population of Nasa?
Nasa has a total population of 1,830, including 950 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Nasa?
There are 451 households in Nasa.
What is the literacy rate in Nasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nasa is 71.20%. Male literacy is 76.53% and female literacy is 65.45%.