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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Piyara village had a total population of 4,957 people, including 2,528 males and 2,429 females, living in 1,153 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.65%, with male literacy at 86.01% and female literacy at 77.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 838, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 4,957, including 2,528 males and 2,429 females.
How many households are there in Piyara?
Piyara had 1,153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piyara was 81.65%. Male literacy was 86.01% and female literacy was 77.15%.