Paira - Pandua, Hooghly
Paira is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Pandua and around 35.6 km from Chinsura. Haraldaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paira is 324806. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.23 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Paira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paira
As per Census 2011, Paira village has a total population of 1,094 people, consisting of 534 males and 560 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 715 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,094 | 534 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 75 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 147 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 128 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 376 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 158 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Paira
Paira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atkula | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Ramnagar | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Hatni | North-West | 1.46 km |
| China | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Basudebpur | North | 1.57 km |
| Talbona | East | 1.74 km |
| Kulupukhuria | West | 1.78 km |
| Haral | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Nunia | North | 2.28 km |
| Uttarkhanda | East | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paira
Paira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bainchigram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Memari to Paira is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Paira is about 35.6 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 Paira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paira 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paira 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paira
Where is Paira located?
Paira village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paira?
The Gram Panchayat of Paira is Haraldaspur.
What is the pincode of Paira?
The pincode of Paira is 712149.
What is the population of Paira?
Paira has a total population of 1,094, including 534 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Paira?
There are 255 households in Paira.
What is the literacy rate in Paira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paira is 65.36%. Male literacy is 70.41% and female literacy is 60.54%.