Aima - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Aima is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.8 km from Dongaria and around 28.1 km from Alipore. Satgachhia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aima is 333328. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.9 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Aima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aima
According to the 2011 Census, Aima village had a total population of 2,727 people, including 1,374 males and 1,353 females, living in 601 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.52%, with male literacy at 74.39% and female literacy at 62.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231.
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 | 2,727 | 1,374 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 191 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 121 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,613 | 880 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,114 | 494 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Aima
Aima 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 Aima
Aima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dakshin Raipur to Aima is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Aima is about 28.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aima 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 Aima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aima
Where is Aima located?
Aima village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aima?
The Gram Panchayat of Aima is Satgachhia.
What is the pincode of Aima?
The pincode of Aima is 743318.
What is the population of Aima?
Aima had a total population of 2,727, including 1,374 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Aima?
Aima had 601 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aima was 68.52%. Male literacy was 74.39% and female literacy was 62.60%.