Phatikpur - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Phatikpur is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from Namkhana and around 87.1 km from Alipore. Budhakhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phatikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatikpur is 335286. The village covers a total geographical area of 561.7 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Phatikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakdwip Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phatikpur
As per Census 2011, Phatikpur village has a total population of 5,888 people, consisting of 3,041 males and 2,847 females. The village has 1,259 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 776 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,314 literate and 1,574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 795 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phatikpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,888 | 3,041 | 2,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 776 | 385 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 795 | 379 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,314 | 2,377 | 1,937 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,574 | 664 | 910 |
Nearby Villages of Phatikpur
Phatikpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishalakshmipur | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Rajnagar Srinathgram | West | 2.70 km |
| Bamanagar | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Ganesnagar | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Durganagar | South | 4.12 km |
| Budhakhali | West | 4.15 km |
| Gobindarampur | North | 5.05 km |
| Durbachati | East | 5.53 km |
| Bhubannagar | North | 5.60 km |
| Gangadharpur | North-East | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phatikpur
Phatikpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Namkhana, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kakdwip to Phatikpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Phatikpur is about 87.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phatikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatikpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phatikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phatikpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phatikpur
Where is Phatikpur located?
Phatikpur village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phatikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatikpur is Budhakhali.
What is the pincode of Phatikpur?
The pincode of Phatikpur is 743357.
What is the population of Phatikpur?
Phatikpur has a total population of 5,888, including 3,041 males and 2,847 females.
How many households are there in Phatikpur?
There are 1,259 households in Phatikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Phatikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatikpur is 73.27%. Male literacy is 78.17% and female literacy is 68.04%.