Barddhan Beria - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Barddhan Beria is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from Bongaon and around 53.6 km from Barasat. Bairampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barddhan Beria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barddhan Beria is 322616. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.75 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barddhan Beria 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 Barddhan Beria
According to the 2011 Census, Barddhan Beria village had a total population of 2,311 people, including 1,184 males and 1,127 females, living in 547 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.56%, with male literacy at 84.90% and female literacy at 73.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 984, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,311 | 1,184 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 111 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 984 | 498 | 486 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 911 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 273 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Barddhan Beria
Barddhan Beria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanakpur | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Kansona | North | 1.38 km |
| Bairampur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Chithalia | South | 1.48 km |
| Ganeshpur | West | 2.10 km |
| Saili | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Paschim Ramchandrapur | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Khamarkalla | East | 2.35 km |
| Naoda | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Briddhapalla | South | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barddhan Beria
Barddhan Beria 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 43.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barddhan Beria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Barddhan Beria is about 53.6 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 Barddhan Beria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barddhan Beria 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barddhan Beria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barddhan Beria 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barddhan Beria
Where is Barddhan Beria located?
Barddhan Beria village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barddhan Beria?
The Gram Panchayat of Barddhan Beria is Bairampur.
What is the pincode of Barddhan Beria?
The pincode of Barddhan Beria is 743262.
What is the population of Barddhan Beria?
Barddhan Beria had a total population of 2,311, including 1,184 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Barddhan Beria?
Barddhan Beria had 547 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barddhan Beria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barddhan Beria was 79.56%. Male literacy was 84.90% and female literacy was 73.86%.