Achintya Nagar - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Achintya Nagar is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.7 km from Ramganga and around 101.7 km from Alipore. Achintyanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Achintya Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Achintya Nagar is 335382. The village covers a total geographical area of 755.9 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Achintya Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Achintya Nagar
As per Census 2011, Achintya Nagar village has a total population of 6,181 people, consisting of 3,090 males and 3,091 females. The village has 1,323 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 804 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,318 literate and 1,863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,904 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Achintya Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,181 | 3,090 | 3,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 804 | 379 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,904 | 1,431 | 1,473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,318 | 2,387 | 1,931 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,863 | 703 | 1,160 |
Nearby Villages of Achintya Nagar
Achintya Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Sripatinagar | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Banashyam Nagar | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Kamdebpur | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Lakshmi Janardanpur | North | 3.50 km |
| Upendra Nagar | South | 3.60 km |
| Purba Sripatinagar | East | 4.31 km |
| Lakshmipur | West | 4.49 km |
| Bishnupur | North-West | 5.20 km |
| Purba Chintamonipur | North | 5.44 km |
| Sibnagar | South-West | 6.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Achintya Nagar
Achintya Nagar 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 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Achintya Nagar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Achintya Nagar is about 101.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Achintya Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Achintya Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Achintya Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Achintya Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Achintya Nagar
Where is Achintya Nagar located?
Achintya Nagar village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Achintya Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Achintya Nagar is Achintyanagar.
What is the pincode of Achintya Nagar?
The pincode of Achintya Nagar is 743371.
What is the population of Achintya Nagar?
Achintya Nagar has a total population of 6,181, including 3,090 males and 3,091 females.
How many households are there in Achintya Nagar?
There are 1,323 households in Achintya Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Achintya Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Achintya Nagar is 69.86%. Male literacy is 77.25% and female literacy is 62.47%.