Bhatua - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Bhatua is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.9 km from Polba and around 11.1 km from Chinsura. Rajhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatua is 325166. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.16 hectares and falls under the 712123 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhatua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhatua
As per Census 2011, Bhatua village has a total population of 3,505 people, consisting of 1,711 males and 1,794 females. The village has 853 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,327 literate and 1,178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,545 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 336 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,505 | 1,711 | 1,794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 166 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,545 | 754 | 791 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 161 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 2,327 | 1,253 | 1,074 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,178 | 458 | 720 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatua
Bhatua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atpukur | North | 1.23 km |
| Chautara | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Bhoagachhi | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Shibrampur | West | 1.57 km |
| Baral Malimpur | East | 1.66 km |
| Manipur | North | 1.67 km |
| Rajhat | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Ampala | South | 1.69 km |
| Dhuliara | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Belgare | West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhatua
Bhatua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adi Saptagram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chinsurah to Bhatua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bhatua is about 11.1 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 Bhatua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatua 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 Bhatua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatua 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhatua
Where is Bhatua located?
Bhatua village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatua is Rajhat.
What is the pincode of Bhatua?
The pincode of Bhatua is 712123.
What is the population of Bhatua?
Bhatua has a total population of 3,505, including 1,711 males and 1,794 females.
How many households are there in Bhatua?
There are 853 households in Bhatua.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatua is 66.39%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 59.87%.