Nimabalia - Jagatballavpur, Howrah
Nimabalia is a village situated in the Jagatballavpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.5 km from Jagatballavpur and around 23.5 km from Howrah. Shialdanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nimabalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimabalia is 332738. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.14 hectares and falls under the 711410 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Nimabalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sreerampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nimabalia
As per Census 2011, Nimabalia village has a total population of 2,654 people, consisting of 1,378 males and 1,276 females. The village has 556 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,960 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nimabalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,654 | 1,378 | 1,276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 207 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,960 | 1,086 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 292 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Nimabalia
Nimabalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ichhapur | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Marghurali | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Finga Gachhi | South | 1.53 km |
| Kumarpur | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Paikpara | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Santoshbati | West | 1.78 km |
| Sial Danga | East | 1.79 km |
| Nijbalia | North | 1.85 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Chong Ghurali (ct) | South-West | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nimabalia
Nimabalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sankrall, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Haora to Nimabalia is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Nimabalia is about 23.5 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 Nimabalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimabalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nimabalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimabalia 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 Nimabalia
Where is Nimabalia located?
Nimabalia village is located in Jagatballavpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nimabalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Nimabalia is Shialdanga.
What is the pincode of Nimabalia?
The pincode of Nimabalia is 711410.
What is the population of Nimabalia?
Nimabalia has a total population of 2,654, including 1,378 males and 1,276 females.
How many households are there in Nimabalia?
There are 556 households in Nimabalia.
What is the literacy rate in Nimabalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimabalia is 73.85%. Male literacy is 78.81% and female literacy is 68.50%.