Hamilton Abad - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Hamilton Abad is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from Gosaba and around 104 km from Alipore. Lahiripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hamilton Abad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hamilton Abad is 335164. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.98 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Hamilton Abad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hamilton Abad
As per Census 2011, Hamilton Abad village has a total population of 3,761 people, consisting of 1,940 males and 1,821 females. The village has 936 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,892 literate and 869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 477 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hamilton Abad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,761 | 1,940 | 1,821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 203 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,239 | 1,688 | 1,551 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 477 | 232 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 2,892 | 1,611 | 1,281 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 329 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Hamilton Abad
Hamilton Abad 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 Hamilton Abad
Hamilton Abad 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 Canning to Hamilton Abad is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Hamilton Abad is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hamilton Abad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hamilton Abad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hamilton Abad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hamilton Abad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hamilton Abad
Where is Hamilton Abad located?
Hamilton Abad village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hamilton Abad?
The Gram Panchayat of Hamilton Abad is Lahiripur.
What is the pincode of Hamilton Abad?
The pincode of Hamilton Abad is 743370.
What is the population of Hamilton Abad?
Hamilton Abad has a total population of 3,761, including 1,940 males and 1,821 females.
How many households are there in Hamilton Abad?
There are 936 households in Hamilton Abad.
What is the literacy rate in Hamilton Abad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hamilton Abad is 76.89%. Male literacy is 83.04% and female literacy is 70.35%.