Paina - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Paina is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.9 km from Canning and around 54.7 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paina is 333839. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.9 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Paina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paina
According to the 2011 Census, Paina village had a total population of 2,314 people, including 1,206 males and 1,108 females, living in 441 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.14%, with male literacy at 82.16% and female literacy at 65.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 2,314 | 1,206 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 214 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 135 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 815 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 391 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Paina
Paina 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 Paina
Paina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Paina.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Paina is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Paina is about 54.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paina 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Paina
Where is Paina located?
Paina village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paina?
The Gram Panchayat of Paina is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Paina?
The pincode of Paina is 743329.
What is the population of Paina?
Paina had a total population of 2,314, including 1,206 males and 1,108 females.
How many households are there in Paina?
Paina had 441 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paina was 74.14%. Male literacy was 82.16% and female literacy was 65.47%.