Hetalbari - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Hetalbari is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from Gosaba and around 102 km from Alipore. Chhota Mollakhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hetalbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hetalbari is 335161. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.79 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Hetalbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Hetalbari
According to the 2011 Census, Hetalbari village had a total population of 3,975 people, including 2,019 males and 1,956 females, living in 945 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.12%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 72.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,592, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 3,975 | 2,019 | 1,956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 189 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,592 | 1,818 | 1,774 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 2,850 | 1,573 | 1,277 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 446 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Hetalbari
Hetalbari 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 Hetalbari
Hetalbari 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Hetalbari is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Hetalbari is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hetalbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hetalbari 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hetalbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hetalbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hetalbari
Where is Hetalbari located?
Hetalbari village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hetalbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Hetalbari is Chhota Mollakhali.
What is the pincode of Hetalbari?
The pincode of Hetalbari is 743370.
What is the population of Hetalbari?
Hetalbari had a total population of 3,975, including 2,019 males and 1,956 females.
How many households are there in Hetalbari?
Hetalbari had 945 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hetalbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hetalbari was 79.12%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 72.07%.