Shobhanagar - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Shobhanagar is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.8 km from Mathurapur and around 58.6 km from Alipore. Krishnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shobhanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shobhanagar is 334828. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.73 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shobhanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raidighi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shobhanagar
As per Census 2011, Shobhanagar village has a total population of 394 people, consisting of 212 males and 182 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shobhanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 212 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 117 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 162 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 50 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Shobhanagar
Shobhanagar 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 Shobhanagar
Shobhanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shobhanagar.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Shobhanagar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Shobhanagar is about 58.6 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 Shobhanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shobhanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shobhanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shobhanagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shobhanagar
Where is Shobhanagar located?
Shobhanagar village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shobhanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shobhanagar is Krishnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Shobhanagar?
The pincode of Shobhanagar is 743354.
What is the population of Shobhanagar?
Shobhanagar has a total population of 394, including 212 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Shobhanagar?
There are 82 households in Shobhanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Shobhanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shobhanagar is 68.27%. Male literacy is 76.42% and female literacy is 58.79%.