Bara Gachhia
Bara Gachhia is a village located in Deganga subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.2km away from sub-district headquarter Deganga. Barasat is the district headquarter of Bara Gachhia village. As per 2009 stats, Amulia is the gram panchayat of Bara Gachhia village.
Here you can discover what makes Bara Gachhia unique in its vibrant Deganga-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Bara Gachhia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bara Gachhia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara Gachhia is 323364. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743424. Habra is nearest town to Bara Gachhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bara Gachhia 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 Deganga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barasat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bara Gachhia
Population of Bara Gachhia
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Gachhia has a total population of about 3,388, with approximately 1,724 males and 1,664 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 444 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.09%, with male literacy at about 69.14% and female literacy near 67.01%. There are around 813 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bara Gachhia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,388 | 1,724 | 1,664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 216 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 136 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,307 | 1,192 | 1,115 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 532 | 549 |
Connectivity of Bara Gachhia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bara Gachhia. As per the 2011 stats, Bara Gachhia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bara Gachhia
Knowing the nearby villages of Bara Gachhia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bara Gachhia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bara Gachhia
- Where is Bara Gachhia located?
- Bara Gachhia village is situated in Deganga Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bara Gachhia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bara Gachhia is Amulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bara Gachhia?
- The pincode of Bara Gachhia is 743424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bara Gachhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara Gachhia is 3,388, with 1,724 males and 1,664 females.
- How many households are there in Bara Gachhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bara Gachhia village has a total of 813 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bara Gachhia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara Gachhia is 68.09%. The male literacy rate is 69.14%, while the female literacy rate is 67.01%.