Algaria - Barasat - I, North 24 Parganas

Algaria is a village situated in the Barasat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Chhota Jagulia and around 5.4 km from Barasat. Paschim Khilkapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Algaria village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Algaria is 323150. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.77 hectares and falls under the 700126 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.

Algaria 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 Algaria

As per Census 2011, Algaria village has a total population of 1,804 people, consisting of 936 males and 868 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,314 literate and 490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

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

Nearby Villages of Algaria

Algaria 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 Algaria

Algaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Barasat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Algaria is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Algaria is about 5.4 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 Algaria

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

Health Facilities in Algaria

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

FAQs about Algaria