Bhatra

Bhatra is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.9km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bhatra village. As per 2009 stats, Boaldar is the gram panchayat of Bhatra village.

Here you can discover what makes Bhatra unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Bhatra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bhatra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhatra is 311076. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733102. Balurghat is nearest town to Bhatra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bhatra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Bhatra

Population of Bhatra

According to the 2011 Census, Bhatra has a total population of about 1,055, with approximately 538 males and 517 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 331. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.16%, with male literacy at about 71.19% and female literacy near 60.93%. There are around 251 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhatra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Bhatra

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

Nearby Villages of Bhatra

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhatra