Barnagaria - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Barnagaria is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from Gaighata and around 53.2 km from Barasat. Jhaudanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barnagaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnagaria is 322736. The village covers a total geographical area of 653.65 hectares and falls under the 743249 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barnagaria 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 Barnagaria
As per Census 2011, Barnagaria village has a total population of 4,789 people, consisting of 2,477 males and 2,312 females. The village has 1,151 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 428 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,430 literate and 1,359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barnagaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,789 | 2,477 | 2,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 206 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,533 | 1,307 | 1,226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 3,430 | 1,883 | 1,547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,359 | 594 | 765 |
Nearby Villages of Barnagaria
Barnagaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadadharpur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Noradaha | South | 1.57 km |
| Angrail | North | 2.20 km |
| Byasati | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Duma | West | 2.83 km |
| Jhaudanga | South | 2.92 km |
| Saruipur | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Goal Bathan | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Bagoan | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Jhikra | North-West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barnagaria
Barnagaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongaon to Barnagaria is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Barnagaria is about 53.2 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 Barnagaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnagaria 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 Barnagaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnagaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barnagaria
Where is Barnagaria located?
Barnagaria village is located in Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barnagaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Barnagaria is Jhaudanga.
What is the pincode of Barnagaria?
The pincode of Barnagaria is 743249.
What is the population of Barnagaria?
Barnagaria has a total population of 4,789, including 2,477 males and 2,312 females.
How many households are there in Barnagaria?
There are 1,151 households in Barnagaria.
What is the literacy rate in Barnagaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnagaria is 71.62%. Male literacy is 76.02% and female literacy is 66.91%.