Aima - Pandua, Hooghly
Aima is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.6 km from Pandua and around 26.4 km from Chinsura. Rameswarpur-gopalnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aima is 324821. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.63 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Aima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aima
As per Census 2011, Aima village has a total population of 861 people, consisting of 441 males and 420 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 636 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 861 | 441 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 72 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 346 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 95 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Aima
Aima 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alasin | South-East | 0.63 km |
| Gangoal | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Daspur | West | 1.30 km |
| Danpur | South | 1.39 km |
| Keshabbati | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Gopalnagar | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Chandpur | South | 2.05 km |
| Ramnagar | North | 2.23 km |
| Pontba | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Nandigram | South-West | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aima
Aima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simlagarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Aima is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Aima is about 26.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aima
Where is Aima located?
Aima village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aima?
The Gram Panchayat of Aima is Rameswarpur-gopalnagar.
What is the pincode of Aima?
The pincode of Aima is 712149.
What is the population of Aima?
Aima has a total population of 861, including 441 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Aima?
There are 173 households in Aima.
What is the literacy rate in Aima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aima is 73.87%. Male literacy is 78.46% and female literacy is 69.05%.