Nalgora - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Nalgora is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from Jaynagar and around 58.2 km from Alipore. Nalgora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalgora is 335001. The village covers a total geographical area of 1043.69 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Nalgora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Nalgora
As per Census 2011, Nalgora village has a total population of 10,373 people, consisting of 5,264 males and 5,109 females. The village has 2,088 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,717 literate and 3,656 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalgora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,373 | 5,264 | 5,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,334 | 676 | 658 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,477 | 1,769 | 1,708 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 6,717 | 3,792 | 2,925 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,656 | 1,472 | 2,184 |
Nearby Villages of Nalgora
Nalgora 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 Nalgora
Nalgora 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 Jaynagar to Nalgora is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Nalgora is about 58.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalgora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalgora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nalgora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalgora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nalgora
Where is Nalgora located?
Nalgora village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalgora?
Nalgora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nalgora?
The pincode of Nalgora is 743337.
What is the population of Nalgora?
Nalgora has a total population of 10,373, including 5,264 males and 5,109 females.
How many households are there in Nalgora?
There are 2,088 households in Nalgora.
What is the literacy rate in Nalgora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalgora is 64.75%. Male literacy is 72.04% and female literacy is 57.25%.