Nabastia - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Nabastia is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.9 km from Baduria. Nayabastia Milani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nabastia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nabastia is 323439. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.7 hectares and falls under the 743401 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Nabastia 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 Nabastia
As per Census 2011, Nabastia village has a total population of 2,966 people, consisting of 1,522 males and 1,444 females. The village has 715 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,001 literate and 965 illiterate residents. Additionally, 632 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nabastia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,966 | 1,522 | 1,444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 194 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 329 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,001 | 1,053 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 469 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Nabastia
Nabastia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masia | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Media | South | 1.83 km |
| Kabitpur | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Kulia | North | 1.95 km |
| Sompur | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Paschim Jaynagar | East | 2.29 km |
| Kankrasuti | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Gokulpur | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Jashaikati | West | 3.01 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nabastia
Nabastia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baduria to Nabastia is about 9 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 Nabastia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nabastia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nabastia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nabastia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nabastia
Where is Nabastia located?
Nabastia village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nabastia?
The Gram Panchayat of Nabastia is Nayabastia Milani.
What is the pincode of Nabastia?
The pincode of Nabastia is 743401.
What is the population of Nabastia?
Nabastia has a total population of 2,966, including 1,522 males and 1,444 females.
How many households are there in Nabastia?
There are 715 households in Nabastia.
What is the literacy rate in Nabastia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nabastia is 67.46%. Male literacy is 69.19% and female literacy is 65.65%.