Badishta
Badishta is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.8km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 29.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Makalpur is the gram panchayat of Badishta village.
Here you can discover what makes Badishta unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Badishta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badishta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badishta is 325254. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.28 hectares. Calcutta is nearest town to Badishta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Badishta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badishta
Population of Badishta
According to the 2011 Census, Badishta has a total population of about 557, with approximately 291 males and 266 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 48. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.53%, with male literacy at about 79.04% and female literacy near 65.41%. There are around 128 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badishta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 557 | 291 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 230 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 61 | 92 |
Connectivity of Badishta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badishta. As per the 2011 stats, Badishta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Badishta
Knowing the nearby villages of Badishta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badishta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badishta
- Where is Badishta located?
- Badishta village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badishta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badishta is Makalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Badishta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badishta is 557, with 291 males and 266 females.
- How many households are there in Badishta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badishta village has a total of 128 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badishta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badishta is 72.53%. The male literacy rate is 79.04%, while the female literacy rate is 65.41%.