Mathurakhanda - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Mathurakhanda is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.8 km from Gosaba and around 109 km from Alipore. Bali-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathurakhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathurakhanda is 335153. The village covers a total geographical area of 785.6 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Mathurakhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mathurakhanda
As per Census 2011, Mathurakhanda village has a total population of 3,826 people, consisting of 1,934 males and 1,892 females. The village has 935 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,362 literate and 1,464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,076 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathurakhanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,826 | 1,934 | 1,892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 215 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,076 | 1,571 | 1,505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 2,362 | 1,347 | 1,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,464 | 587 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Mathurakhanda
Mathurakhanda 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 Mathurakhanda
Mathurakhanda 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 >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 Mathurakhanda is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mathurakhanda is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathurakhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathurakhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mathurakhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathurakhanda 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 Mathurakhanda
Where is Mathurakhanda located?
Mathurakhanda village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathurakhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathurakhanda is Bali-i.
What is the pincode of Mathurakhanda?
The pincode of Mathurakhanda is 743370.
What is the population of Mathurakhanda?
Mathurakhanda has a total population of 3,826, including 1,934 males and 1,892 females.
How many households are there in Mathurakhanda?
There are 935 households in Mathurakhanda.
What is the literacy rate in Mathurakhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathurakhanda is 61.74%. Male literacy is 69.65% and female literacy is 53.65%.