Bade Sola - Chanditala - I, Hooghly
Bade Sola is a village situated in the Chanditala - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.2 km from Chanditala . Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bade Sola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bade Sola is 325617. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.35 hectares and falls under the 712701 pincode. Serampur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bade Sola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jangipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sreerampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bade Sola
As per Census 2011, Bade Sola village has a total population of 2,094 people, consisting of 1,093 males and 1,001 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,571 literate and 523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bade Sola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,094 | 1,093 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,571 | 874 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 219 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Bade Sola
Bade Sola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudhkanra | West | 0.98 km |
| Jagmohanpur | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Haripur | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Ichhapasar | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Bara Choughara | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Sadpur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Anantarampur | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Chak Bangla | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Aniya | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Baghati | South-East | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bade Sola
Bade Sola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baruipara, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Serampur to Bade Sola is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bade Sola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bade Sola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bade Sola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bade Sola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bade Sola
Where is Bade Sola located?
Bade Sola village is located in Chanditala - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bade Sola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bade Sola is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Bade Sola?
The pincode of Bade Sola is 712701.
What is the population of Bade Sola?
Bade Sola has a total population of 2,094, including 1,093 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Bade Sola?
There are 475 households in Bade Sola.
What is the literacy rate in Bade Sola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bade Sola is 75.02%. Male literacy is 79.96% and female literacy is 69.63%.