Boalia - Santipur, Nadia
Boalia is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 17.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Arbandi-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boalia is 321967. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.47 hectares and falls under the 741121 pincode. Taharpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Boalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boalia
As per Census 2011, Boalia village has a total population of 6,589 people, consisting of 3,448 males and 3,141 females. The village has 1,496 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 675 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,346 literate and 2,243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,840 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,589 | 3,448 | 3,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 675 | 363 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,840 | 2,535 | 2,305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 4,346 | 2,455 | 1,891 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,243 | 993 | 1,250 |
Nearby Villages of Boalia
Boalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palasgachhi | West | 1.77 km |
| Denui | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Nidhkur | South | 2.02 km |
| Arbandi | North | 2.30 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Bansdob | West | 2.51 km |
| Arbalda | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Gangni (ct) | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Chhotajiakur | West | 3.20 km |
| Chandra | North-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Boalia
Boalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badkulla, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taharpur to Boalia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Boalia is about 17.4 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 Boalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Boalia
Where is Boalia located?
Boalia village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Boalia is Arbandi-i.
What is the pincode of Boalia?
The pincode of Boalia is 741121.
What is the population of Boalia?
Boalia has a total population of 6,589, including 3,448 males and 3,141 females.
How many households are there in Boalia?
There are 1,496 households in Boalia.
What is the literacy rate in Boalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boalia is 65.96%. Male literacy is 71.20% and female literacy is 60.20%.