Bairampur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Bairampur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.5 km from Bongaon and around 52.2 km from Barasat. Bairampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairampur is 322617. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bairampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairampur
As per Census 2011, Bairampur village has a total population of 1,684 people, consisting of 838 males and 846 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,295 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 700 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,684 | 838 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 60 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 700 | 344 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,295 | 683 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 155 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Bairampur
Bairampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chithalia | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Barddhan Beria | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Dakshin Bhabanipur | West | 1.49 km |
| Uttar Kanakpur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Briddhapalla | South | 1.59 km |
| Ganeshpur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Sanakpur | East | 2.12 km |
| Kansona | North | 2.23 km |
| Belgaria | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Mathurapur | South-West | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bairampur
Bairampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Bairampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Bairampur is about 52.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairampur 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 Bairampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bairampur
Where is Bairampur located?
Bairampur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairampur?
Bairampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bairampur?
The pincode of Bairampur is 743262.
What is the population of Bairampur?
Bairampur has a total population of 1,684, including 838 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Bairampur?
There are 403 households in Bairampur.
What is the literacy rate in Bairampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairampur is 76.90%. Male literacy is 81.50% and female literacy is 72.34%.