Katkina Ishwaripur - Magrahat - II, South 24 Parganas
Katkina Ishwaripur is a village situated in the Magrahat - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8 km from Magrahat and around 50.3 km from Alipore. Dhanpota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katkina Ishwaripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkina Ishwaripur is 334097. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.64 hectares and falls under the 743355 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Katkina Ishwaripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katkina Ishwaripur
As per Census 2011, Katkina Ishwaripur village has a total population of 1,505 people, consisting of 792 males and 713 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,063 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katkina Ishwaripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,505 | 792 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 87 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,244 | 664 | 580 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,063 | 629 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 163 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Katkina Ishwaripur
Katkina Ishwaripur 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tajpur Fatepur (p) | East | 1.35 km |
| Adityapur (m) | South | 1.58 km |
| Bade Muldia (m) | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Baharu (ct) | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Bangsidharpur (m) (p) (ct) | South | 2.52 km |
| Abad Chandpur | North | 2.59 km |
| Gobindabati (m) | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Rajapur | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Chaitanyapur (m) | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Alemaheshpur (m) | South-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkina Ishwaripur
Katkina Ishwaripur 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 29.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Katkina Ishwaripur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Katkina Ishwaripur is about 50.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkina Ishwaripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkina Ishwaripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katkina Ishwaripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkina Ishwaripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katkina Ishwaripur
Where is Katkina Ishwaripur located?
Katkina Ishwaripur village is located in Magrahat - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkina Ishwaripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkina Ishwaripur is Dhanpota.
What is the pincode of Katkina Ishwaripur?
The pincode of Katkina Ishwaripur is 743355.
What is the population of Katkina Ishwaripur?
Katkina Ishwaripur has a total population of 1,505, including 792 males and 713 females.
How many households are there in Katkina Ishwaripur?
There are 345 households in Katkina Ishwaripur.
What is the literacy rate in Katkina Ishwaripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkina Ishwaripur is 70.63%. Male literacy is 79.42% and female literacy is 60.87%.