Barajiakur - Santipur, Nadia
Barajiakur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 18.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Arbandi-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barajiakur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barajiakur is 321945. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.76 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barajiakur 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 paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barajiakur
As per Census 2011, Barajiakur village has a total population of 2,733 people, consisting of 1,387 males and 1,346 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,719 literate and 1,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,581 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barajiakur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,733 | 1,387 | 1,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 142 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,581 | 1,320 | 1,261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,719 | 958 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 429 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Barajiakur
Barajiakur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhotajiakur | East | 0.82 km |
| Bagalpur | North | 1.34 km |
| Arpara | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Bansdob | East | 1.50 km |
| Bathangachhi | North | 1.99 km |
| Kanakhola | South | 2.14 km |
| Palasgachhi | East | 2.30 km |
| Bagdia | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Mollaber | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barajiakur
Barajiakur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shantipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Santipur to Barajiakur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Barajiakur is about 18.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barajiakur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barajiakur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barajiakur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barajiakur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barajiakur
Where is Barajiakur located?
Barajiakur village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barajiakur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barajiakur is Arbandi-ii.
What is the pincode of Barajiakur?
The pincode of Barajiakur is 741404.
What is the population of Barajiakur?
Barajiakur has a total population of 2,733, including 1,387 males and 1,346 females.
How many households are there in Barajiakur?
There are 634 households in Barajiakur.
What is the literacy rate in Barajiakur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barajiakur is 62.90%. Male literacy is 69.07% and female literacy is 56.54%.