Bara Bankra - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Bara Bankra is a village situated in the Swarupnagar subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Swarupnagar and around 52.6 km from Barasat. Bankra Gokulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Bankra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Bankra is 322820. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.9 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bara Bankra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Bankra
As per Census 2011, Bara Bankra village has a total population of 6,866 people, consisting of 3,535 males and 3,331 females. The village has 1,629 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 834 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,378 literate and 2,488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,466 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Bankra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,866 | 3,535 | 3,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 834 | 451 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,466 | 751 | 715 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,378 | 2,324 | 2,054 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,488 | 1,211 | 1,277 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Bankra
Bara Bankra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhota Bankra | West | 1.16 km |
| Bhaduria | South | 1.91 km |
| Kaijuri | East | 1.91 km |
| Sarparajpurgabarda | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Aturia | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Galdaha | West | 2.91 km |
| Buran Gabarda | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Sayestanagar | South | 3.51 km |
| Dobila | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Sonpur | South-East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Bankra
Bara Bankra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Bara Bankra is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Bara Bankra is about 52.6 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 Bara Bankra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Bankra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bara Bankra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Bankra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bara Bankra
Where is Bara Bankra located?
Bara Bankra village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Bankra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Bankra is Bankra Gokulpur.
What is the pincode of Bara Bankra?
The pincode of Bara Bankra is 743247.
What is the population of Bara Bankra?
Bara Bankra has a total population of 6,866, including 3,535 males and 3,331 females.
How many households are there in Bara Bankra?
There are 1,629 households in Bara Bankra.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Bankra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Bankra is 63.76%. Male literacy is 65.74% and female literacy is 61.66%.