Nial - Pandua, Hooghly
Nial is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from Pandua and around 35.2 km from Chinsura. Panchagara-toregram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nial is 324767. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.2 hectares and falls under the 712134 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nial
As per Census 2011, Nial village has a total population of 1,546 people, consisting of 800 males and 746 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,025 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 708 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nial are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,546 | 800 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 363 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 120 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 1,025 | 587 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 213 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Nial
Nial 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Berui | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Bagmaidan | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Saibana | South | 1.50 km |
| Golaguri | East | 1.67 km |
| Pandua (ct) | West | 1.89 km |
| Shripala | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Shyam Sundarpur | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Nesraguri | South | 2.19 km |
| Kalishanda | South | 2.30 km |
| Rukmini | North | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nial
Nial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pundooah, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 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 Chinsurah to Nial is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Nial is about 35.2 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 Nial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nial 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nial 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nial
Where is Nial located?
Nial village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nial?
The Gram Panchayat of Nial is Panchagara-toregram.
What is the pincode of Nial?
The pincode of Nial is 712134.
What is the population of Nial?
Nial has a total population of 1,546, including 800 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Nial?
There are 362 households in Nial.
What is the literacy rate in Nial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nial is 66.30%. Male literacy is 73.38% and female literacy is 58.71%.