Paschim Panchbaria - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Paschim Panchbaria is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.7 km from Bongaon and around 66.5 km from Barasat. Ganganandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Panchbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Panchbaria is 322579. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.28 hectares and falls under the 743710 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paschim Panchbaria 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 Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paschim Panchbaria
As per Census 2011, Paschim Panchbaria village has a total population of 2,969 people, consisting of 1,533 males and 1,436 females. The village has 683 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,118 literate and 851 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,515 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschim Panchbaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,969 | 1,533 | 1,436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 164 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,515 | 1,303 | 1,212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,118 | 1,158 | 960 |
| Illiterate Population | 851 | 375 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Panchbaria
Paschim Panchbaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godpukuria | North | 1.40 km |
| Mollabaria | West | 1.47 km |
| Chatrabagi | East | 1.53 km |
| Kuchiamora | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Adityapur | South | 1.81 km |
| Chinapukuria | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Kujarbagi | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Bikrampur | East | 2.38 km |
| Chaksaarisadanga | West | 2.49 km |
| Saishpur | South-East | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paschim Panchbaria
Paschim Panchbaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankim Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Paschim Panchbaria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Paschim Panchbaria is about 66.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Panchbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Panchbaria 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 Paschim Panchbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Panchbaria 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paschim Panchbaria
Where is Paschim Panchbaria located?
Paschim Panchbaria village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Panchbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Panchbaria is Ganganandapur.
What is the pincode of Paschim Panchbaria?
The pincode of Paschim Panchbaria is 743710.
What is the population of Paschim Panchbaria?
Paschim Panchbaria has a total population of 2,969, including 1,533 males and 1,436 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Panchbaria?
There are 683 households in Paschim Panchbaria.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Panchbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Panchbaria is 71.34%. Male literacy is 75.54% and female literacy is 66.85%.