Char Bidyarabad - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Char Bidyarabad is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.9 km from Sonakhali and around 62.5 km from Alipore. Charabidya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Bidyarabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Bidyarabad is 335054. The village covers a total geographical area of 1242.52 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Char Bidyarabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Char Bidyarabad
As per Census 2011, Char Bidyarabad village has a total population of 13,035 people, consisting of 6,601 males and 6,434 females. The village has 2,619 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,106 literate and 6,929 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,760 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Char Bidyarabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,035 | 6,601 | 6,434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,152 | 1,112 | 1,040 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,760 | 2,414 | 2,346 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,169 | 1,106 | 1,063 |
| Literate Population | 6,106 | 3,556 | 2,550 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,929 | 3,045 | 3,884 |
Nearby Villages of Char Bidyarabad
Char Bidyarabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gabbuni | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Tilkumar | West | 3.29 km |
| Chunakhali | South | 3.29 km |
| Kumarkhali | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Jeliakhali Pashchim Khanda | East | 4.20 km |
| Baria | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Athara Beki | North-West | 5.12 km |
| Fakirtakia | North | 5.73 km |
| Dhuri | West | 6.08 km |
| Khari Machan | West | 6.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Bidyarabad
Char Bidyarabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Char Bidyarabad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Char Bidyarabad is about 62.5 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 Char Bidyarabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Bidyarabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Char Bidyarabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char Bidyarabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Char Bidyarabad
Where is Char Bidyarabad located?
Char Bidyarabad village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char Bidyarabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Bidyarabad is Charabidya.
What is the pincode of Char Bidyarabad?
The pincode of Char Bidyarabad is 743312.
What is the population of Char Bidyarabad?
Char Bidyarabad has a total population of 13,035, including 6,601 males and 6,434 females.
How many households are there in Char Bidyarabad?
There are 2,619 households in Char Bidyarabad.
What is the literacy rate in Char Bidyarabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Bidyarabad is 46.84%. Male literacy is 53.87% and female literacy is 39.63%.