Bediapota - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Bediapota is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from Bongaon and around 63.5 km from Barasat. Gangrapota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bediapota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bediapota is 322548. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.32 hectares and falls under the 743251 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bediapota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bediapota
As per Census 2011, Bediapota village has a total population of 1,127 people, consisting of 591 males and 536 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 527 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bediapota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,127 | 591 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 267 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 489 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 102 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Bediapota
Bediapota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamalapur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Arsingri | East | 1.50 km |
| Chanda | West | 1.65 km |
| Tengra | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Panchita | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Dhoramari | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Ganrapota | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Dakshin Kulbaria | South | 2.38 km |
| Uttar Sundarpur | North | 2.41 km |
| Boaldaha | South-East | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bediapota
Bediapota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Aranghata, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongaon to Bediapota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Bediapota is about 63.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bediapota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bediapota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bediapota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bediapota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bediapota
Where is Bediapota located?
Bediapota village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bediapota?
The Gram Panchayat of Bediapota is Gangrapota.
What is the pincode of Bediapota?
The pincode of Bediapota is 743251.
What is the population of Bediapota?
Bediapota has a total population of 1,127, including 591 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Bediapota?
There are 252 households in Bediapota.
What is the literacy rate in Bediapota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bediapota is 78.35%. Male literacy is 82.74% and female literacy is 73.51%.