Rudrashanda - Pandua, Hooghly
Rudrashanda is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from Pandua and around 25.9 km from Chinsura. Beloondhamasin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rudrashanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rudrashanda is 324856. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.79172968 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rudrashanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rudrashanda
As per Census 2011, Rudrashanda village has a total population of 830 people, consisting of 423 males and 407 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 604 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rudrashanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 423 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 142 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 313 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 110 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Rudrashanda
Rudrashanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchpara | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Rosna | West | 1.12 km |
| Dhamasin | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Chhota Sarasa | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Paikara | South | 1.41 km |
| Mandaran | East | 1.76 km |
| Chandrahati | North | 1.81 km |
| Dalua Gachhi | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Sankpur | East | 1.97 km |
| Mahanad Bejpara | South-West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rudrashanda
Rudrashanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khanyan, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Rudrashanda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Rudrashanda is about 25.9 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 Rudrashanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rudrashanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rudrashanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rudrashanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rudrashanda
Where is Rudrashanda located?
Rudrashanda village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rudrashanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rudrashanda is Beloondhamasin.
What is the pincode of Rudrashanda?
The pincode of Rudrashanda is 712149.
What is the population of Rudrashanda?
Rudrashanda has a total population of 830, including 423 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Rudrashanda?
There are 200 households in Rudrashanda.
What is the literacy rate in Rudrashanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rudrashanda is 72.77%. Male literacy is 74.00% and female literacy is 71.50%.