Paschim Surendra Nagar - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Paschim Surendra Nagar is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from Ramganga and around 105 km from Alipore. Durbachati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Surendra Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Surendra Nagar is 335362. The village covers a total geographical area of 698.34 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Paschim Surendra Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paschim Surendra Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Paschim Surendra Nagar village had a total population of 6,378 people, including 3,301 males and 3,077 females, living in 1,383 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.24%, with male literacy at 89.95% and female literacy at 74.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,777, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 6,378 | 3,301 | 3,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 735 | 387 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,777 | 938 | 839 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,641 | 2,621 | 2,020 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,737 | 680 | 1,057 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Surendra Nagar
Paschim Surendra Nagar 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 Paschim Surendra Nagar
Paschim Surendra Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Paschim Surendra Nagar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Paschim Surendra Nagar is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Surendra Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Surendra Nagar 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 Paschim Surendra 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 Paschim Surendra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paschim Surendra Nagar
Where is Paschim Surendra Nagar located?
Paschim Surendra Nagar village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Surendra Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Surendra Nagar is Durbachati.
What is the pincode of Paschim Surendra Nagar?
The pincode of Paschim Surendra Nagar is 743371.
What is the population of Paschim Surendra Nagar?
Paschim Surendra Nagar had a total population of 6,378, including 3,301 males and 3,077 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Surendra Nagar?
Paschim Surendra Nagar had 1,383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Surendra Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Surendra Nagar was 82.24%. Male literacy was 89.95% and female literacy was 74.02%.