Besara

Besara is a village located in Chhatna subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.1km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatna. Bankura is the district headquarter of Besara village. As per 2009 stats, Jhunjka is the gram panchayat of Besara village.

Besara has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Besara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Besara is 326404. The village spans a total geographical area of 196.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722137. Bankura is nearest town to Besara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Besara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,035 516 519
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 121 64 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 313 153 160
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 139 73 66
Literate Population 555 332 223
Illiterate Population 480 184 296

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

  • The total population of Besara village is around 1,035, including approximately 516 males and 519 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Besara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Besara village has 313 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 139 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Besara village is about 53.62%, with male literacy at 64.34% and female literacy at 42.97%.
  • There are around 228 households in Besara village.

Connectivity of Besara

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Besara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Besara

Where is Besara located?
Besara village is situated in Chhatna Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Besara?
The Gram Panchayat of Besara is Jhunjka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Besara?
The pincode of Besara is 722137, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Besara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Besara is 1,035, with 516 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Besara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Besara village has a total of 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Besara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Besara is 53.62%. The male literacy rate is 64.34%, while the female literacy rate is 42.97%.