North Bay (Rv) - Ferrargunj, South Andamans
North Bay (Rv) is a village situated in the Ferrargunj taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 9 km from Ferrargung and around 54 km from Port Blair. Hopetown serves as the Gram Panchayat for North Bay (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of North Bay (Rv) is 645462. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.33 hectares and falls under the 744206 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
North Bay (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of North Bay (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, North Bay (Rv) village had a total population of 1,603 people, including 856 males and 747 females, living in 368 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.70%, with male literacy at 82.23% and female literacy at 68.29%.
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 | 1,603 | 856 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 113 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 611 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 245 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of North Bay (Rv)
North Bay (Rv) 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 North Bay (Rv)
North Bay (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to North Bay (Rv) is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in North Bay (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for North Bay (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in North Bay (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving North Bay (Rv) 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about North Bay (Rv)
Where is North Bay (Rv) located?
North Bay (Rv) village is located in Ferrargunj Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of North Bay (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of North Bay (Rv) is Hopetown.
What is the pincode of North Bay (Rv)?
The pincode of North Bay (Rv) is 744206.
What is the population of North Bay (Rv)?
North Bay (Rv) had a total population of 1,603, including 856 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in North Bay (Rv)?
North Bay (Rv) had 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in North Bay (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of North Bay (Rv) was 75.70%. Male literacy was 82.23% and female literacy was 68.29%.