Salua - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Salua is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.3 km from Baduria. Chhatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salua is 323417. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.53 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Salua 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 Salua
As per Census 2011, Salua village has a total population of 4,237 people, consisting of 2,096 males and 2,141 females. The village has 1,184 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,979 literate and 1,258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,237 | 2,096 | 2,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 223 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,427 | 736 | 691 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,979 | 1,554 | 1,425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 542 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Salua
Salua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Papila | South | 1.15 km |
| Kotalber | East | 1.39 km |
| Mirzapur | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Rasui | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Uttar Chatra | West | 1.64 km |
| Goyeshpur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Damhati | North | 2.52 km |
| Chandipur | South | 2.58 km |
| Charghat | East | 2.67 km |
| Ghoshpur | West | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salua
Public transport in the Salua is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baduria to Salua 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 Salua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salua 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 Salua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salua
Where is Salua located?
Salua village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salua?
The Gram Panchayat of Salua is Chhatra.
What is the pincode of Salua?
The pincode of Salua is 743247.
What is the population of Salua?
Salua has a total population of 4,237, including 2,096 males and 2,141 females.
How many households are there in Salua?
There are 1,184 households in Salua.
What is the literacy rate in Salua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salua is 70.31%. Male literacy is 74.14% and female literacy is 66.56%.