Piyara - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Piyara is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Baduria. Sayestanagar-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piyara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piyara is 323494. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.5 hectares and falls under the 743427 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Piyara 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 Piyara
As per Census 2011, Piyara village has a total population of 4,957 people, consisting of 2,528 males and 2,429 females. The village has 1,153 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 565 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,586 literate and 1,371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piyara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,957 | 2,528 | 2,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 565 | 298 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 838 | 425 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,586 | 1,918 | 1,668 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,371 | 610 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Piyara
Piyara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandharbbapur | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Bakra Chandirbaor | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Shibhati | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Joypur | East | 1.75 km |
| Kefayetkati | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Aswathakati | South | 2.00 km |
| Bajitpur | West | 2.17 km |
| Biramnagar | South | 2.22 km |
| Chaura | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Labanga | East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piyara
Piyara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basirhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Piyara 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 Piyara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piyara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piyara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piyara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piyara
Where is Piyara located?
Piyara village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piyara?
The Gram Panchayat of Piyara is Sayestanagar-ii.
What is the pincode of Piyara?
The pincode of Piyara is 743427.
What is the population of Piyara?
Piyara has a total population of 4,957, including 2,528 males and 2,429 females.
How many households are there in Piyara?
There are 1,153 households in Piyara.
What is the literacy rate in Piyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piyara is 72.34%. Male literacy is 75.87% and female literacy is 68.67%.