Abua - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Abua is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Bhangar and around 58.3 km from Alipore. Bhagawanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abua is 333709. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.52 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Dum Dum is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Abua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Abua
According to the 2011 Census, Abua village had a total population of 1,766 people, including 919 males and 847 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.84%, with male literacy at 80.13% and female literacy at 73.17%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,766 | 919 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 124 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 637 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 282 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Abua
Abua 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 Abua
Abua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dum Dum to Abua is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Abua is about 58.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abua 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 Abua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abua 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Abua
Where is Abua located?
Abua village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Abua?
The Gram Panchayat of Abua is Bhagawanpur.
What is the pincode of Abua?
The pincode of Abua is 743502.
What is the population of Abua?
Abua had a total population of 1,766, including 919 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Abua?
Abua had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abua was 76.84%. Male literacy was 80.13% and female literacy was 73.17%.