Bidira - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Bidira is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from Dongaria and around 30.3 km from Alipore. Rania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bidira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bidira is 333364. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.91 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bidira 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 Bidira
As per Census 2011, Bidira village has a total population of 1,462 people, consisting of 763 males and 699 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,039 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 766 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bidira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,462 | 763 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 766 | 395 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 598 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 165 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Bidira
Bidira 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 Bidira
Bidira is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Dakshin Raipur to Bidira is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bidira is about 30.3 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 Bidira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bidira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bidira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bidira 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bidira
Where is Bidira located?
Bidira village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bidira?
The Gram Panchayat of Bidira is Rania.
What is the pincode of Bidira?
The pincode of Bidira is 743318.
What is the population of Bidira?
Bidira has a total population of 1,462, including 763 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Bidira?
There are 354 households in Bidira.
What is the literacy rate in Bidira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidira is 71.07%. Male literacy is 78.37% and female literacy is 63.09%.