Bathna - Santipur, Nadia
Bathna is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 24.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Babla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bathna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathna is 321950. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.55 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bathna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bathna
As per Census 2011, Bathna village has a total population of 2,081 people, consisting of 1,077 males and 1,004 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bathna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,081 | 1,077 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 135 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,116 | 565 | 551 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 723 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 354 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Bathna
Bathna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadampur | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Ghoralia (ct) | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Chhota Ranaghat (p) | West | 1.52 km |
| Mollaber | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Kanakhola | North | 1.70 km |
| Arbalda | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Beharia (ct) | South | 2.26 km |
| Bahadurpur | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Ghoshra | South | 2.83 km |
| Chhenra Char (p) | South-West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bathna
Public transport in the Bathna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bathna Krittibas Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Bathna is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Bathna is about 24.2 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 Bathna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathna 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 Bathna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bathna
Where is Bathna located?
Bathna village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bathna?
The Gram Panchayat of Bathna is Babla.
What is the pincode of Bathna?
The pincode of Bathna is 741404.
What is the population of Bathna?
Bathna has a total population of 2,081, including 1,077 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Bathna?
There are 476 households in Bathna.
What is the literacy rate in Bathna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathna is 62.13%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 56.77%.