Sonamukhi Krishnanagar - Thakurpukur Mahestola, South 24 Parganas
Sonamukhi Krishnanagar is a village situated in the Thakurpukur Mahestola subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.5 km from Thakurpukur and around 10.1 km from Alipore. Asuti-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonamukhi Krishnanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar is 333273. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.7 hectares and falls under the 700137 pincode. Behala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonamukhi Krishnanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar
As per Census 2011, Sonamukhi Krishnanagar village has a total population of 1,329 people, consisting of 695 males and 634 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,064 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 746 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonamukhi Krishnanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,329 | 695 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 746 | 392 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 580 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 115 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar
Sonamukhi 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 Sonamukhi Krishnanagar
Sonamukhi Krishnanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behala to Sonamukhi Krishnanagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sonamukhi Krishnanagar is about 10.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonamukhi Krishnanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonamukhi Krishnanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonamukhi 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 Sonamukhi Krishnanagar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sonamukhi Krishnanagar
Where is Sonamukhi Krishnanagar located?
Sonamukhi Krishnanagar village is located in Thakurpukur Mahestola Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar is Asuti-ii.
What is the pincode of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar?
The pincode of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar is 700137.
What is the population of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar?
Sonamukhi Krishnanagar has a total population of 1,329, including 695 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Sonamukhi Krishnanagar?
There are 303 households in Sonamukhi Krishnanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Sonamukhi Krishnanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonamukhi Krishnanagar is 80.06%. Male literacy is 83.45% and female literacy is 76.34%.