Pakhiralay - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Pakhiralay is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Gosaba and around 97.6 km from Alipore. Rangabelia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakhiralay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakhiralay is 335156. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.49 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Pakhiralay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pakhiralay
As per Census 2011, Pakhiralay village has a total population of 3,946 people, consisting of 2,002 males and 1,944 females. The village has 910 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,687 literate and 1,259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pakhiralay are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,946 | 2,002 | 1,944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 206 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,596 | 1,320 | 1,276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,687 | 1,492 | 1,195 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,259 | 510 | 749 |
Nearby Villages of Pakhiralay
Pakhiralay 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 Pakhiralay
Pakhiralay 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 Pakhiralay is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Pakhiralay is about 97.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakhiralay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakhiralay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pakhiralay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakhiralay village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pakhiralay
Where is Pakhiralay located?
Pakhiralay village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakhiralay?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakhiralay is Rangabelia.
What is the pincode of Pakhiralay?
The pincode of Pakhiralay is 743370.
What is the population of Pakhiralay?
Pakhiralay has a total population of 3,946, including 2,002 males and 1,944 females.
How many households are there in Pakhiralay?
There are 910 households in Pakhiralay.
What is the literacy rate in Pakhiralay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakhiralay is 68.09%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 61.47%.