Polba

Polba is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.4km away from district headquarter Polba. Polba is the sub-district headquarter of Polba village. As per 2009 stats, Polba village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Polba unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Polba’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 Polba

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Polba is 325116. The village spans a total geographical area of 604.45 hectares. Bandel is nearest town to Polba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Polba 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 Chunchura 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 Polba

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Population of Polba

According to the 2011 Census, Polba has a total population of about 6,626, with approximately 3,333 males and 3,293 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 628 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,199 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,101. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.07%, with male literacy at about 75.49% and female literacy near 64.59%. There are around 1,596 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Polba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,626 3,333 3,293
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 628 339 289
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,199 1,108 1,091
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,101 519 582
Literate Population 4,643 2,516 2,127
Illiterate Population 1,983 817 1,166

Connectivity of Polba

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Polba. As per the 2011 stats, Polba 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Polba

Knowing the nearby villages of Polba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Polba.

Frequently Asked Questions about Polba

Where is Polba located?
Polba village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polba?
Polba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Polba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Polba is 6,626, with 3,333 males and 3,293 females.
How many households are there in Polba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Polba village has a total of 1,596 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Polba is 70.07%. The male literacy rate is 75.49%, while the female literacy rate is 64.59%.