Gar - Minakhan, North 24 Parganas
Gar is a village situated in the Minakhan subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from Minakhan. Bamanpukur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gar is 323787. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.94 hectares and falls under the 743291 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Gar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gar
According to the 2011 Census, Gar village had a total population of 1,066 people, including 553 males and 513 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.55%, with male literacy at 90.95% and female literacy at 78.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, 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 | 1,066 | 553 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 89 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 422 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 131 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Gar
Gar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gar
Gar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Gar is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gar 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 Gar
Where is Gar located?
Gar village is located in Minakhan Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gar is Bamanpukur.
What is the pincode of Gar?
The pincode of Gar is 743291.
What is the population of Gar?
Gar had a total population of 1,066, including 553 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Gar?
Gar had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gar was 84.55%. Male literacy was 90.95% and female literacy was 78.02%.