Krishnanagar (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Krishnanagar (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Mandirbazar and around 59.2 km from Alipore. Gabberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnanagar (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnanagar (K) is 334744. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.57 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Krishnanagar (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishnanagar (K)
According to the 2011 Census, Krishnanagar (K) village had a total population of 1,964 people, including 983 males and 981 females, living in 393 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.99%, with male literacy at 71.84% and female literacy at 54.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,964 | 983 | 981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 159 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 138 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 592 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 391 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnanagar (K)
Krishnanagar (K) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mallikpratap (m) | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Daulatbad (m) | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Purba Damodarpur (k) | South | 2.16 km |
| Lakshikantapur | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Raghudebpurbeluni (m) | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Paschim Sankarpur (k) | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Gopalnagar | West | 2.57 km |
| Bhagabatipur (k) | South | 2.99 km |
| Saradana (m) | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Sarifnagar (m) | South | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Krishnanagar (K)
Krishnanagar (K) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sangrampur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Krishnanagar (K) is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Krishnanagar (K) is about 59.2 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 Krishnanagar (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnanagar (K) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krishnanagar (K)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnanagar (K) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Krishnanagar (K)
Where is Krishnanagar (K) located?
Krishnanagar (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Krishnanagar (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnanagar (K) is Gabberia.
What is the pincode of Krishnanagar (K)?
The pincode of Krishnanagar (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Krishnanagar (K)?
Krishnanagar (K) had a total population of 1,964, including 983 males and 981 females.
How many households are there in Krishnanagar (K)?
Krishnanagar (K) had 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnanagar (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnanagar (K) was 62.99%. Male literacy was 71.84% and female literacy was 54.25%.