Bahira

Bahira is a village located in Barasat Ii subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.6km away from sub-district headquarter Krishnapur. Barasat is the district headquarter of Bahira village. As per 2009 stats, Dadpur is the gram panchayat of Bahira village.

Bahira has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bahira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahira is 323255. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743423. Barasat is nearest town to Bahira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bahira village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bahira

Below is a concise population overview of Bahira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,127 2,659 2,468
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 685 344 341
Scheduled Castes (SC) 72 35 37
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,336 1,818 1,518
Illiterate Population 1,791 841 950

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bahira village:

  • The total population of Bahira village is around 5,127, including approximately 2,659 males and 2,468 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 685 children aged 0–6 years in Bahira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bahira village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bahira village is about 65.07%, with male literacy at 68.37% and female literacy at 61.51%.
  • There are around 1,102 households in Bahira village.

Connectivity of Bahira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahira. As per the 2011 stats, Bahira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Bahira

Knowing the nearby villages of Bahira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahira.

Raigram Kismatsonatikri Sonatikri Sondalia Bharparabara Mallik Chakaminpur Pakdaha Aminpur Paltadanga Dugdhia Balipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Bahira

Where is Bahira located?
Bahira village is situated in Barasat Ii Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahira?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahira is Dadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bahira?
The pincode of Bahira is 743423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bahira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahira is 5,127, with 2,659 males and 2,468 females.
How many households are there in Bahira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bahira village has a total of 1,102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahira is 65.07%. The male literacy rate is 68.37%, while the female literacy rate is 61.51%.