Baranbaria - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Baranbaria is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 27.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Duttafulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baranbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baranbaria is 322127. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.92 hectares and falls under the 741504 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Baranbaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baranbaria
As per Census 2011, Baranbaria village has a total population of 4,040 people, consisting of 2,108 males and 1,932 females. The village has 909 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,724 literate and 1,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,471 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baranbaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,040 | 2,108 | 1,932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 197 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,471 | 1,782 | 1,689 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 96 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 2,724 | 1,491 | 1,233 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 617 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Baranbaria
Baranbaria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanibamani | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Silbaria | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Nagarpota | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Bhat Bhanga | West | 3.16 km |
| Duttapulia | South | 3.49 km |
| Kalinagar | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Kulgachhi Chak | West | 3.71 km |
| Kalupur | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Ulasi | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Malsadaha | North | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baranbaria
Baranbaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Santinagar Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Baranbaria is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Baranbaria is about 27.7 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 Baranbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baranbaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baranbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baranbaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baranbaria
Where is Baranbaria located?
Baranbaria village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baranbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Baranbaria is Duttafulia.
What is the pincode of Baranbaria?
The pincode of Baranbaria is 741504.
What is the population of Baranbaria?
Baranbaria has a total population of 4,040, including 2,108 males and 1,932 females.
How many households are there in Baranbaria?
There are 909 households in Baranbaria.
What is the literacy rate in Baranbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baranbaria is 67.43%. Male literacy is 70.73% and female literacy is 63.82%.