Gaja - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Gaja is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.5 km from Dongaria and around 33.5 km from Alipore. Gaja Poyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaja is 333355. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.51 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gaja 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 Gaja
According to the 2011 Census, Gaja village had a total population of 3,924 people, including 1,987 males and 1,937 females, living in 896 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.24%, with male literacy at 78.50% and female literacy at 71.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 955, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,924 | 1,987 | 1,937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 210 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 955 | 484 | 471 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,625 | 1,395 | 1,230 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,299 | 592 | 707 |
Nearby Villages of Gaja
Gaja 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 Gaja
Gaja 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 Gaja is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gaja is about 33.5 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 Gaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gaja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gaja
Where is Gaja located?
Gaja village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaja?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaja is Gaja Poyali.
What is the pincode of Gaja?
The pincode of Gaja is 743318.
What is the population of Gaja?
Gaja had a total population of 3,924, including 1,987 males and 1,937 females.
How many households are there in Gaja?
Gaja had 896 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaja was 75.24%. Male literacy was 78.50% and female literacy was 71.85%.