Killa Durganagar - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas

Killa Durganagar is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.5 km from Jaynagar and around 53.8 km from Alipore. Baishata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Killa Durganagar village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Killa Durganagar is 334982. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.1 hectares and falls under the 743338 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.

Killa Durganagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kultali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Killa Durganagar

According to the 2011 Census, Killa Durganagar village had a total population of 2,390 people, including 1,230 males and 1,160 females, living in 500 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.54%, with male literacy at 81.58% and female literacy at 62.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Killa Durganagar

Killa Durganagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Killa Durganagar

Killa Durganagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jayanagar Majilpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Killa Durganagar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Killa Durganagar is about 53.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Killa Durganagar

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Killa Durganagar village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Killa Durganagar

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Killa Durganagar village are given below:

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