Char Behala - Krishnagar - II, Nadia
Char Behala is a village situated in the Krishnagar - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhubulia and around 18.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Belpukur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Behala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Behala is 321621. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.56 hectares and falls under the 741125 pincode. Krishnanagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Char Behala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Char Behala
According to the 2011 Census, Char Behala village had a total population of 46 people, including 24 males and 22 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.07%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Char Behala
Char Behala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Durgabas | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Charkashthasali | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Balainagar | North | 2.44 km |
| Tota | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Mertala | North | 3.73 km |
| Sankarpur | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Bamanpukur (ct) | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Rudrapara (p) | South | 3.87 km |
| Sujanpur | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Polta | North-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Behala
Char Behala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Purbasthali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Krishnanagar to Char Behala is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Char Behala is about 18.7 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 Char Behala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Behala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Char Behala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char Behala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Char Behala
Where is Char Behala located?
Char Behala village is located in Krishnagar - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char Behala?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Behala is Belpukur.
What is the pincode of Char Behala?
The pincode of Char Behala is 741125.
What is the population of Char Behala?
Char Behala had a total population of 46, including 24 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Char Behala?
Char Behala had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Char Behala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Behala was 79.07%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 70.00%.