Aturia - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Aturia is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.1 km from Baduria. Aturia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aturia is 323500. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.13 hectares and falls under the 743427 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Aturia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baduria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aturia
As per Census 2011, Aturia village has a total population of 7,182 people, consisting of 3,654 males and 3,528 females. The village has 1,724 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 693 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,501 literate and 1,681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,979 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aturia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,182 | 3,654 | 3,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 693 | 351 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,979 | 1,021 | 958 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 5,501 | 2,906 | 2,595 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,681 | 748 | 933 |
Nearby Villages of Aturia
Aturia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palta | West | 1.84 km |
| Chhota Bankra | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Katia | South | 2.12 km |
| Paschim Jaynagar | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Belgaria | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Bhaduria | East | 2.49 km |
| Kabitpur | West | 2.53 km |
| Galdaha | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Bara Bankra | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Kefayetkati | South | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aturia
Aturia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 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 Baduria to Aturia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aturia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aturia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aturia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aturia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aturia
Where is Aturia located?
Aturia village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aturia?
Aturia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aturia?
The pincode of Aturia is 743427.
What is the population of Aturia?
Aturia has a total population of 7,182, including 3,654 males and 3,528 females.
How many households are there in Aturia?
There are 1,724 households in Aturia.
What is the literacy rate in Aturia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aturia is 76.59%. Male literacy is 79.53% and female literacy is 73.55%.