Paita - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Paita is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from Dongaria and around 34.2 km from Alipore. Gaja Poyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paita is 333356. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.62 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Paita 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 Paita
As per Census 2011, Paita village has a total population of 2,113 people, consisting of 1,070 males and 1,043 females. The village has 519 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,506 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,056 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,113 | 1,070 | 1,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 102 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,056 | 1,039 | 1,017 |
| Literate Population | 1,506 | 836 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 234 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Paita
Paita 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 Paita
Paita 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 Paita is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Paita is about 34.2 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 Paita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paita 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paita
Where is Paita located?
Paita village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paita?
The Gram Panchayat of Paita is Gaja Poyali.
What is the pincode of Paita?
The pincode of Paita is 743318.
What is the population of Paita?
Paita has a total population of 2,113, including 1,070 males and 1,043 females.
How many households are there in Paita?
There are 519 households in Paita.
What is the literacy rate in Paita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paita is 71.27%. Male literacy is 78.13% and female literacy is 64.24%.