Padma Bila - Chakdah, Nadia
Padma Bila is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 44.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dubra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padma Bila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padma Bila is 322271. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.72 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padma Bila 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 Padma Bila
As per Census 2011, Padma Bila village has a total population of 2,738 people, consisting of 1,427 males and 1,311 females. The village has 601 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,953 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 733 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padma Bila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,738 | 1,427 | 1,311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 137 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 733 | 373 | 360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,953 | 1,083 | 870 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 344 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Padma Bila
Padma Bila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amdanga | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Purba Bishnupur | West | 1.55 km |
| Chak Chaku Danga | South | 1.74 km |
| Silinda | East | 1.81 km |
| Neulia | West | 2.28 km |
| Chak Tengra | South | 2.28 km |
| Mathurgachhi | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Mithapur | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Bagdob | South | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padma Bila
Padma Bila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 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 Padma Bila is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Padma Bila is about 44.1 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 Padma Bila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padma Bila 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 Padma Bila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padma Bila 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 Padma Bila
Where is Padma Bila located?
Padma Bila village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padma Bila?
The Gram Panchayat of Padma Bila is Dubra.
What is the pincode of Padma Bila?
The pincode of Padma Bila is 741223.
What is the population of Padma Bila?
Padma Bila has a total population of 2,738, including 1,427 males and 1,311 females.
How many households are there in Padma Bila?
There are 601 households in Padma Bila.
What is the literacy rate in Padma Bila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padma Bila is 71.33%. Male literacy is 75.89% and female literacy is 66.36%.