Ayera - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Ayera is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 84.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Udaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ayera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ayera is 310515. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.82 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ayera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ayera
As per Census 2011, Ayera village has a total population of 1,133 people, consisting of 573 males and 560 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ayera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 573 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 87 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 194 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 314 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 259 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Ayera
Ayera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapuria | East | 0.93 km |
| Palasbari | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Chandpur | West | 1.16 km |
| Chandipur | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Abhirampur | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Debipur | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Acharul | West | 2.00 km |
| Mastail | East | 2.11 km |
| Raypur | South | 2.34 km |
| Kanthail | North-West | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ayera
Ayera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Radhikapur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliagong to Ayera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Ayera is about 84.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ayera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ayera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ayera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ayera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ayera
Where is Ayera located?
Ayera village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ayera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ayera is Udaypur.
What is the pincode of Ayera?
The pincode of Ayera is 733132.
What is the population of Ayera?
Ayera has a total population of 1,133, including 573 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Ayera?
There are 277 households in Ayera.
What is the literacy rate in Ayera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ayera is 53.93%. Male literacy is 54.80% and female literacy is 53.04%.