Abhaya
Abhaya is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.3km away from sub-district headquarter Salbani. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Abhaya village. As per 2009 stats, Lalgeria is the gram panchayat of Abhaya village.
Here you can discover what makes Abhaya unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Abhaya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Abhaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Abhaya is 338675. The village spans a total geographical area of 355.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721516. Medinipur is nearest town to Abhaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Abhaya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Abhaya
Population of Abhaya
According to the 2011 Census, Abhaya has a total population of about 863, with approximately 458 males and 405 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 84 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 275. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.38%, with male literacy at about 74.45% and female literacy near 50.86%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Abhaya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 863 | 458 | 405 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 142 | 133 |
Literate Population | 547 | 341 | 206 |
Illiterate Population | 316 | 117 | 199 |
Connectivity of Abhaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Abhaya. As per the 2011 stats, Abhaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Abhaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Abhaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Abhaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Abhaya
- Where is Abhaya located?
- Abhaya village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Abhaya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Abhaya is Lalgeria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Abhaya?
- The pincode of Abhaya is 721516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Abhaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Abhaya is 863, with 458 males and 405 females.
- How many households are there in Abhaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Abhaya village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Abhaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Abhaya is 63.38%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 50.86%.