Bans Pat - Nayagram, Jhargram
Bans Pat is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Malam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bans Pat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bans Pat is 340884. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.68 hectares and falls under the 721135 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Bans Pat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bans Pat
According to the 2011 Census, Bans Pat village had a total population of 496 people, including 257 males and 239 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.43%, with male literacy at 82.10% and female literacy at 72.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 496 | 257 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 126 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 188 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 69 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Bans Pat
Bans Pat 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 Bans Pat
Bans Pat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Bans Pat is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bans Pat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bans Pat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bans Pat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bans Pat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bans Pat
Where is Bans Pat located?
Bans Pat village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bans Pat?
The Gram Panchayat of Bans Pat is Malam.
What is the pincode of Bans Pat?
The pincode of Bans Pat is 721135.
What is the population of Bans Pat?
Bans Pat had a total population of 496, including 257 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Bans Pat?
Bans Pat had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bans Pat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bans Pat was 77.43%. Male literacy was 82.10% and female literacy was 72.43%.