Badai - Barrackpur - II, North 24 Parganas
Badai is a village situated in the Barrackpur - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Madhabpur and around 7.3 km from Barasat. Bilkanda-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badai is 323131. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.84 hectares and falls under the 700110 pincode. Khardah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khardaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dum Dum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badai
As per Census 2011, Badai village has a total population of 3,068 people, consisting of 1,692 males and 1,376 females. The village has 737 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,267 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,068 | 1,692 | 1,376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 173 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 281 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,267 | 1,318 | 949 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 374 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Badai
Badai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badai
Badai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khardah to Badai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Badai is about 7.3 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badai
Where is Badai located?
Badai village is located in Barrackpur - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badai?
The Gram Panchayat of Badai is Bilkanda-i.
What is the pincode of Badai?
The pincode of Badai is 700110.
What is the population of Badai?
Badai has a total population of 3,068, including 1,692 males and 1,376 females.
How many households are there in Badai?
There are 737 households in Badai.
What is the literacy rate in Badai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badai is 73.89%. Male literacy is 77.90% and female literacy is 68.97%.