Roybali - Nakashipara, Nadia
Roybali is a village situated in the Nakashipara subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakashipara and around 41.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Majhergram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roybali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roybali is 321431. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.92 hectares and falls under the 741137 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Roybali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakashipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roybali
As per Census 2011, Roybali village has a total population of 3,216 people, consisting of 1,640 males and 1,576 females. The village has 776 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,813 literate and 1,403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 769 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roybali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,216 | 1,640 | 1,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 159 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 395 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,813 | 1,003 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,403 | 637 | 766 |
Nearby Villages of Roybali
Roybali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madandanga | East | 0.94 km |
| Chak Madandanga | West | 1.15 km |
| Majhergram | North | 1.66 km |
| Akandanga | West | 1.94 km |
| Nischintapur | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Sribati | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Basudebpur | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Ghola | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Narayanpur | East | 3.26 km |
| Sultanpur | East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roybali
Roybali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agradwip, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Roybali is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Roybali is about 41.3 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 Roybali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roybali 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Roybali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roybali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Roybali
Where is Roybali located?
Roybali village is located in Nakashipara Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roybali?
The Gram Panchayat of Roybali is Majhergram.
What is the pincode of Roybali?
The pincode of Roybali is 741137.
What is the population of Roybali?
Roybali has a total population of 3,216, including 1,640 males and 1,576 females.
How many households are there in Roybali?
There are 776 households in Roybali.
What is the literacy rate in Roybali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roybali is 56.37%. Male literacy is 61.16% and female literacy is 51.40%.