Payradanda - Hanskhali, Nadia
Payradanda is a village situated in the Hanskhali subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanskhali and around 20.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Mayurhat-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Payradanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payradanda is 321858. The village covers a total geographical area of 795.4 hectares and falls under the 741502 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Payradanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Payradanda
As per Census 2011, Payradanda village has a total population of 9,710 people, consisting of 5,070 males and 4,640 females. The village has 2,179 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 958 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,878 literate and 2,832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7,104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payradanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,710 | 5,070 | 4,640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 958 | 480 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7,104 | 3,749 | 3,355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 6,878 | 3,904 | 2,974 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,832 | 1,166 | 1,666 |
Nearby Villages of Payradanda
Payradanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mayurhat | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Benali | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Sibchandrpur | East | 2.01 km |
| Bil Bayesa | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Kautaknagar | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Dwip Chandrapur | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Ber Gram | West | 2.55 km |
| Kalipara | West | 2.82 km |
| Bhabanipur | South | 3.08 km |
| Raypur | North | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Payradanda
Payradanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mayurhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ranaghat to Payradanda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Payradanda is about 20.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payradanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payradanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Payradanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payradanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Payradanda
Where is Payradanda located?
Payradanda village is located in Hanskhali Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payradanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Payradanda is Mayurhat-i.
What is the pincode of Payradanda?
The pincode of Payradanda is 741502.
What is the population of Payradanda?
Payradanda has a total population of 9,710, including 5,070 males and 4,640 females.
How many households are there in Payradanda?
There are 2,179 households in Payradanda.
What is the literacy rate in Payradanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payradanda is 70.83%. Male literacy is 77.00% and female literacy is 64.09%.