Hotar - Magrahat - II, South 24 Parganas
Hotar is a village situated in the Magrahat - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Magrahat and around 31.4 km from Alipore. Hotor Morjada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hotar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hotar is 334039. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.34 hectares and falls under the 743355 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Hotar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hotar
As per Census 2011, Hotar village has a total population of 4,155 people, consisting of 2,085 males and 2,070 females. The village has 947 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,262 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,738 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hotar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,155 | 2,085 | 2,070 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 193 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,738 | 1,373 | 1,365 |
| Literate Population | 3,262 | 1,726 | 1,536 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 359 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Hotar
Hotar 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 Hotar
Hotar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Hotar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Hotar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Hotar is about 31.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hotar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hotar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hotar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hotar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hotar
Where is Hotar located?
Hotar village is located in Magrahat - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hotar?
The Gram Panchayat of Hotar is Hotor Morjada.
What is the pincode of Hotar?
The pincode of Hotar is 743355.
What is the population of Hotar?
Hotar has a total population of 4,155, including 2,085 males and 2,070 females.
How many households are there in Hotar?
There are 947 households in Hotar.
What is the literacy rate in Hotar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hotar is 78.51%. Male literacy is 82.78% and female literacy is 74.20%.