Bahar

Bahar is a village located in Harischandrapur I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.6km away from sub-district headquarter Harischandrapur (tehsildar office) and 75.2km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Kusidha 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 311970. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732140. Malda is nearest town to Bahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 91km 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 1,992 1,044 948
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 364 191 173
Scheduled Castes (SC) 232 118 114
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 407 237 170
Illiterate Population 1,585 807 778

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

  • The total population of Bahar village is around 1,992, including approximately 1,044 males and 948 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 364 children aged 0–6 years in Bahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bahar village has 232 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bahar village is about 20.43%, with male literacy at 22.70% and female literacy at 17.93%.
  • There are around 462 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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 Harischandrapur I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahar is Kusidha (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 732140, 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 1,992, with 1,044 males and 948 females.
How many households are there in Bahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bahar village has a total of 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahar is 20.43%. The male literacy rate is 22.70%, while the female literacy rate is 17.93%.