Bara (P) - Barasat - I, North 24 Parganas

Bara (P) is a village situated in the Barasat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2 km from Chhota Jagulia and around 4.3 km from Barasat. Chhoto Jagulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara (P) village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara (P) is 323188. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.61 hectares and falls under the 743294 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.

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

Population of Bara (P)

According to the 2011 Census, Bara (P) village had a total population of 5,412 people, including 2,783 males and 2,629 females, living in 1,209 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.59%, with male literacy at 81.86% and female literacy at 77.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Bara (P)

Bara (P) 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 Bara (P)

Bara (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Karea Kadambagachhi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Bara (P) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Bara (P) is about 4.3 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 Bara (P)

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

Health Facilities in Bara (P)

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

FAQs about Bara (P)