Begua - Amta - I, Howrah
Begua is a village situated in the Amta - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.4 km from Amta and around 42.3 km from Howrah. Balichak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begua is 332644. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.02 hectares and falls under the 711401 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Begua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaynarayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begua
As per Census 2011, Begua village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 643 males and 620 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Begua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 643 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 544 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 99 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Begua
Begua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Begua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Begua. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Begua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Uluberia to Begua is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Begua is about 42.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Begua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begua 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Begua
Where is Begua located?
Begua village is located in Amta - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begua?
The Gram Panchayat of Begua is Balichak.
What is the pincode of Begua?
The pincode of Begua is 711401.
What is the population of Begua?
Begua has a total population of 1,263, including 643 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Begua?
There are 306 households in Begua.
What is the literacy rate in Begua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begua is 80.13%. Male literacy is 84.60% and female literacy is 75.48%.