Neulia - Chakdah, Nadia
Neulia is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 43.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dubra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Neulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neulia is 322268. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.64 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Neulia 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 Neulia
As per Census 2011, Neulia village has a total population of 3,062 people, consisting of 1,580 males and 1,482 females. The village has 673 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,267 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,647 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Neulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,062 | 1,580 | 1,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 134 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,647 | 1,373 | 1,274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,267 | 1,247 | 1,020 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 333 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Neulia
Neulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chuadanga | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Purba Bishnupur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Dubra | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Bhatpara | West | 1.66 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Parari | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Mathurgachhi | South | 2.17 km |
| Padma Bila | East | 2.28 km |
| Sutra | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Ghola | North-West | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Neulia
Neulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakda to Neulia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Neulia is about 43.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Neulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Neulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Neulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Neulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Neulia
Where is Neulia located?
Neulia village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Neulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Neulia is Dubra.
What is the pincode of Neulia?
The pincode of Neulia is 741223.
What is the population of Neulia?
Neulia has a total population of 3,062, including 1,580 males and 1,482 females.
How many households are there in Neulia?
There are 673 households in Neulia.
What is the literacy rate in Neulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neulia is 74.04%. Male literacy is 78.92% and female literacy is 68.83%.