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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Aima village has a total population of 2,727 people, consisting of 1,374 males and 1,353 females. The village has 601 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,613 literate and 1,114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aima are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,727, including 1,374 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Aima?
There are 601 households in Aima.
What is the literacy rate in Aima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aima is 59.15%. Male literacy is 64.05% and female literacy is 54.18%.