Basudebbati - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Basudebbati is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Polba and around 19.7 km from Chinsura. Akhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basudebbati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basudebbati is 325141. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.9 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Basudebbati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basudebbati
As per Census 2011, Basudebbati village has a total population of 2,381 people, consisting of 1,203 males and 1,178 females. The village has 574 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,481 literate and 900 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,513 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basudebbati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,381 | 1,203 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,513 | 755 | 758 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,481 | 883 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 900 | 320 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Basudebbati
Basudebbati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talandu | East | 0.94 km |
| Birpala | West | 1.02 km |
| Malipara | South | 1.05 km |
| Radhanagar | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Kasemaligar | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Ekbalpur | South | 1.75 km |
| Bharatpur | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Taragun | East | 2.08 km |
| Madhupur | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Makhaldi | North | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basudebbati
Basudebbati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talandu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chinsurah to Basudebbati is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Basudebbati is about 19.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basudebbati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basudebbati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basudebbati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basudebbati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basudebbati
Where is Basudebbati located?
Basudebbati village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basudebbati?
The Gram Panchayat of Basudebbati is Akhna.
What is the pincode of Basudebbati?
The pincode of Basudebbati is 712148.
What is the population of Basudebbati?
Basudebbati has a total population of 2,381, including 1,203 males and 1,178 females.
How many households are there in Basudebbati?
There are 574 households in Basudebbati.
What is the literacy rate in Basudebbati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basudebbati is 62.20%. Male literacy is 73.40% and female literacy is 50.76%.