Gazia Kandar - Habibpur, Malda
Gazia Kandar is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from Habibpur and around 26.4 km from English Bazar. Kanturka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gazia Kandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazia Kandar is 313068. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.59 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gazia Kandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gazia Kandar
As per Census 2011, Gazia Kandar village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 128 males and 119 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gazia Kandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 128 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 63 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 65 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Gazia Kandar
Gazia Kandar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Buzruk Khanpur | South-West | 0.50 km |
| Aharail | North | 0.58 km |
| Uttar Kharika Danga | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Dadpur | West | 0.90 km |
| Kashi Pahara | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Chhilimpur | North | 1.24 km |
| Khanpur | South | 1.27 km |
| Kayra | East | 1.36 km |
| Rampukuria | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Binakali | West | 1.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gazia Kandar
Gazia Kandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Old Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Gazia Kandar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Gazia Kandar is about 26.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gazia Kandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazia Kandar 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 Gazia Kandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazia Kandar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gazia Kandar
Where is Gazia Kandar located?
Gazia Kandar village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gazia Kandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gazia Kandar is Kanturka.
What is the pincode of Gazia Kandar?
The pincode of Gazia Kandar is 732122.
What is the population of Gazia Kandar?
Gazia Kandar has a total population of 247, including 128 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Gazia Kandar?
There are 60 households in Gazia Kandar.
What is the literacy rate in Gazia Kandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazia Kandar is 35.63%. Male literacy is 49.22% and female literacy is 21.01%.