Bahar

Bahar is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 28.4km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 54.5km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Chaknagar is the gram panchayat of Bahar village.

Bahar has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Bahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahar is 312687. The village spans a total geographical area of 91.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Bahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Bahar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 716 357 359
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 77 37 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 344 163 181
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 35 17 18
Literate Population 446 240 206
Illiterate Population 270 117 153

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

  • The total population of Bahar village is around 716, including approximately 357 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Bahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bahar village has 344 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bahar village is about 62.29%, with male literacy at 67.23% and female literacy at 57.38%.
  • There are around 172 households in Bahar village.

Connectivity of Bahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahar. As per the 2011 stats, Bahar 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bahar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bahar

Where is Bahar located?
Bahar village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahar is Chaknagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bahar?
The pincode of Bahar is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahar is 716, with 357 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Bahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bahar village has a total of 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahar is 62.29%. The male literacy rate is 67.23%, while the female literacy rate is 57.38%.