Brahma Para - Chakdah, Nadia
Brahma Para is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 46.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Chanduria-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahma Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahma Para is 322213. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.95 hectares and falls under the 741248 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Brahma Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Brahma Para
According to the 2011 Census, Brahma Para village had a total population of 2,573 people, including 1,301 males and 1,272 females, living in 641 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.36%, with male literacy at 92.56% and female literacy at 88.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 404, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,573 | 1,301 | 1,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 200 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,147 | 1,108 | 1,039 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 193 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Brahma Para
Brahma Para is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Brahma Para
Brahma Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Brahma Para has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Brahma Para is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Brahma Para is about 46.1 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 Brahma Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahma Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Brahma Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahma Para 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Brahma Para
Where is Brahma Para located?
Brahma Para village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Brahma Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahma Para is Chanduria-i.
What is the pincode of Brahma Para?
The pincode of Brahma Para is 741248.
What is the population of Brahma Para?
Brahma Para had a total population of 2,573, including 1,301 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Brahma Para?
Brahma Para had 641 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brahma Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahma Para was 90.36%. Male literacy was 92.56% and female literacy was 88.13%.