Banamalipara - Chakdah, Nadia
Banamalipara is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 45.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Ghetugachhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banamalipara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banamalipara is 322247. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.64 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Banamalipara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banamalipara
As per Census 2011, Banamalipara village has a total population of 3,489 people, consisting of 1,788 males and 1,701 females. The village has 791 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,256 literate and 1,233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 916 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,373 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banamalipara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,489 | 1,788 | 1,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 174 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 916 | 475 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,373 | 719 | 654 |
| Literate Population | 2,256 | 1,297 | 959 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,233 | 491 | 742 |
Nearby Villages of Banamalipara
Banamalipara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Srinathpur | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Muktipara | West | 1.42 km |
| Rukminidanga | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Bejpara | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Kasimpur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Nizra | South | 1.91 km |
| Parari | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Sahispur | East | 2.04 km |
| Jagadispur | West | 2.08 km |
| Sutra | North | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banamalipara
Banamalipara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Banamalipara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Banamalipara is about 45.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banamalipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banamalipara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banamalipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banamalipara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banamalipara
Where is Banamalipara located?
Banamalipara village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banamalipara?
The Gram Panchayat of Banamalipara is Ghetugachhi.
What is the pincode of Banamalipara?
The pincode of Banamalipara is 741223.
What is the population of Banamalipara?
Banamalipara has a total population of 3,489, including 1,788 males and 1,701 females.
How many households are there in Banamalipara?
There are 791 households in Banamalipara.
What is the literacy rate in Banamalipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banamalipara is 64.66%. Male literacy is 72.54% and female literacy is 56.38%.