Media - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Media is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from Baduria. Nayabastia Milani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Media village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Media is 323440. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.46 hectares and falls under the 743427 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Media 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 Media
As per Census 2011, Media village has a total population of 2,227 people, consisting of 1,135 males and 1,092 females. The village has 549 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 405 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Media are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,227 | 1,135 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 106 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 961 | 861 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 174 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Media
Media 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kabitpur | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Nabastia | North | 1.83 km |
| Palta | East | 1.99 km |
| Kankrasuti | West | 2.31 km |
| Paschim Jaynagar | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Belgaria | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Masia | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Punra (p) | South | 3.60 km |
| Fatullapur | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Kulia | North | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Media
Media is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. 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 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baduria to Media is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Media
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Media village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Media
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Media 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Media
Where is Media located?
Media village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Media?
The Gram Panchayat of Media is Nayabastia Milani.
What is the pincode of Media?
The pincode of Media is 743427.
What is the population of Media?
Media has a total population of 2,227, including 1,135 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Media?
There are 549 households in Media.
What is the literacy rate in Media?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Media is 81.81%. Male literacy is 84.67% and female literacy is 78.85%.