Beta - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Beta is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.7 km from Polba and around 19.9 km from Chinsura. Harit serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beta is 325268. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.6 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Beta 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 Beta
As per Census 2011, Beta village has a total population of 2,505 people, consisting of 1,209 males and 1,296 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,600 literate and 905 illiterate residents. Additionally, 464 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 429 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,505 | 1,209 | 1,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 143 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 219 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 210 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 1,600 | 799 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 410 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Beta
Beta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daulatpur | South | 0.85 km |
| Sarap | South | 0.94 km |
| Kharari | East | 1.30 km |
| Mulgram | West | 1.55 km |
| Nonadanga | South | 1.79 km |
| Musar | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Talchinan-sanihati | North | 1.94 km |
| Gunpala | West | 2.29 km |
| Bali Kukhari | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Panjipukur | South-East | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beta
Public transport in the Beta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Beta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Beta is about 19.9 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 Beta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beta 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 Beta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Beta
Where is Beta located?
Beta village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beta?
The Gram Panchayat of Beta is Harit.
What is the pincode of Beta?
The pincode of Beta is 712305.
What is the population of Beta?
Beta has a total population of 2,505, including 1,209 males and 1,296 females.
How many households are there in Beta?
There are 571 households in Beta.
What is the literacy rate in Beta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beta is 63.87%. Male literacy is 66.09% and female literacy is 61.81%.