North Bay

North Bay is a village located in Ferrargunj tehsil of South Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Ferrargung (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Port Blair. As per 2009 stats, Hopetown is the gram panchayat of North Bay village.

North Bay has its own place in the vibrant South Andaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About North Bay

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of North Bay is 645462. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.33 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to North Bay village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.

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Population of North Bay

Below is a concise population overview of North Bay as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,603 856 747
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 204 113 91
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,059 611 448
Illiterate Population 544 245 299

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of North Bay village:

  • The total population of North Bay village is around 1,603, including approximately 856 males and 747 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 204 children aged 0–6 years in North Bay village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of North Bay village is about 66.06%, with male literacy at 71.38% and female literacy at 59.97%.
  • There are around 368 households in North Bay village.

Connectivity of North Bay

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like North Bay. As per the 2011 stats, North Bay had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of North Bay

Knowing the nearby villages of North Bay helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around North Bay.

Herbertabad Ferrargunj Bindraban Kadakachang Hope Town Shore Point Aniket Caddlegunj Incl Sona Pahar Hazari Bagh J Namunaghar Dundas Point Mithakhari

Frequently Asked Questions about North Bay

Where is North Bay located?
North Bay village is situated in Ferrargunj Tehsil, within the South Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of North Bay?
The Gram Panchayat of North Bay is Hopetown (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of North Bay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of North Bay is 1,603, with 856 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in North Bay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, North Bay village has a total of 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in North Bay as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in North Bay is 66.06%. The male literacy rate is 71.38%, while the female literacy rate is 59.97%.