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
According to the 2011 Census, Bidira village had a total population of 1,462 people, including 763 males and 699 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 88.20% and female literacy at 71.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 766.
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 | 1,462 | 763 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 766 | 395 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,462, including 763 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Bidira?
Bidira had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bidira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidira was 80.36%. Male literacy was 88.20% and female literacy was 71.71%.