Ahira - Barasat - I, North 24 Parganas

Ahira is a village situated in the Barasat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Chhota Jagulia and around 7.6 km from Barasat. Ichhapur-nilganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahira village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahira is 323165. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.82 hectares and falls under the 700126 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.

Ahira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhyamgram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Ahira

As per Census 2011, Ahira village has a total population of 693 people, consisting of 349 males and 344 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 155 illiterate residents.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahira are given below:

Nearby Villages of Ahira

Ahira 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Ahira

Ahira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hridaypur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Ahira is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Ahira is about 7.6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Ahira

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahira village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Ahira

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahira village are given below:

FAQs about Ahira