Bazarhat - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Bazarhat is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 36.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bazarhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bazarhat is 316724. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.53 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bazarhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bazarhat
As per Census 2011, Bazarhat village has a total population of 651 people, consisting of 361 males and 290 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 803 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 445 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bazarhat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | 361 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 69 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 25 | - |
| Literate Population | 445 | 271 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 90 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Bazarhat
Bazarhat 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 Bazarhat
Public transport in the Bazarhat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Bazarhat is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Bazarhat is about 36.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bazarhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bazarhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bazarhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bazarhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bazarhat
Where is Bazarhat located?
Bazarhat village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bazarhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Bazarhat is Dheka.
What is the pincode of Bazarhat?
The pincode of Bazarhat is 731213.
What is the population of Bazarhat?
Bazarhat has a total population of 651, including 361 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Bazarhat?
There are 144 households in Bazarhat.
What is the literacy rate in Bazarhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bazarhat is 68.36%. Male literacy is 75.07% and female literacy is 60.00%.