Krishnanagar - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Krishnanagar is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.3 km from Rudranagar and around 93.3 km from Alipore. Ramkarchar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnanagar is 335265. The village covers a total geographical area of 868.8 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Krishnanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishnanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Krishnanagar village had a total population of 8,105 people, including 4,200 males and 3,905 females, living in 1,624 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.79%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 81.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,500, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 8,105 | 4,200 | 3,905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 946 | 495 | 451 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,500 | 767 | 733 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,285 | 3,487 | 2,798 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,820 | 713 | 1,107 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnanagar
Krishnanagar 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 Krishnanagar
Krishnanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Krishnanagar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Krishnanagar is about 93.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishnanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krishnanagar
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krishnanagar
Where is Krishnanagar located?
Krishnanagar village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Krishnanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnanagar is Ramkarchar.
What is the pincode of Krishnanagar?
The pincode of Krishnanagar is 743373.
What is the population of Krishnanagar?
Krishnanagar had a total population of 8,105, including 4,200 males and 3,905 females.
How many households are there in Krishnanagar?
Krishnanagar had 1,624 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnanagar was 87.79%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 81.01%.