Hediar Abad - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Hediar Abad is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Canning and around 64.8 km from Alipore. Atharobanki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hediar Abad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hediar Abad is 333873. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.76 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Hediar Abad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hediar Abad
According to the 2011 Census, Hediar Abad village had a total population of 3,183 people, including 1,622 males and 1,561 females, living in 675 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.09%, with male literacy at 78.20% and female literacy at 55.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,681.
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 | 3,183 | 1,622 | 1,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 269 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,681 | 868 | 813 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,784 | 1,058 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,399 | 564 | 835 |
Nearby Villages of Hediar Abad
Hediar Abad 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 Hediar Abad
Public transport in the Hediar Abad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Hediar Abad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Hediar Abad is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Hediar Abad is about 64.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hediar Abad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hediar Abad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hediar Abad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hediar Abad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hediar Abad
Where is Hediar Abad located?
Hediar Abad village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hediar Abad?
The Gram Panchayat of Hediar Abad is Atharobanki.
What is the pincode of Hediar Abad?
The pincode of Hediar Abad is 743329.
What is the population of Hediar Abad?
Hediar Abad had a total population of 3,183, including 1,622 males and 1,561 females.
How many households are there in Hediar Abad?
Hediar Abad had 675 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hediar Abad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hediar Abad was 67.09%. Male literacy was 78.20% and female literacy was 55.59%.