Chhota Bankra - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Chhota Bankra is a village situated in the Swarupnagar subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.4 km from Swarupnagar and around 50.7 km from Barasat. Bankra Gokulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Bankra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Bankra is 322819. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.93 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chhota Bankra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Bankra
As per Census 2011, Chhota Bankra village has a total population of 4,040 people, consisting of 2,090 males and 1,950 females. The village has 974 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,733 literate and 1,307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,094 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Bankra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,040 | 2,090 | 1,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 221 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,094 | 1,603 | 1,491 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,733 | 1,529 | 1,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,307 | 561 | 746 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Bankra
Chhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Bankra | East | 1.16 km |
| Galdaha | West | 1.84 km |
| Aturia | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Bhaduria | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Paschim Jaynagar | West | 2.63 km |
| Gokulpur | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Kaijuri | East | 3.07 km |
| Kabitpur | West | 3.38 km |
| Palta | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Sarparajpurgabarda | East | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Bankra
Chhota 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 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chhota Bankra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Chhota Bankra is about 50.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Bankra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Bankra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota 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 Chhota Bankra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Bankra
Where is Chhota Bankra located?
Chhota Bankra village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Bankra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Bankra is Bankra Gokulpur.
What is the pincode of Chhota Bankra?
The pincode of Chhota Bankra is 743247.
What is the population of Chhota Bankra?
Chhota Bankra has a total population of 4,040, including 2,090 males and 1,950 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Bankra?
There are 974 households in Chhota Bankra.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Bankra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Bankra is 67.65%. Male literacy is 73.16% and female literacy is 61.74%.