Baroj
About Baroj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baroj village is 323671. Baroj village is located in Haroa subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Haroa. Barasat is the district headquarter of Baroj village. As per 2009 stats, Sonapukur Sankarpur is the gram panchayat of Baroj village.
The total geographical area of village is 127.07 hectares. Baroj has a total population of 1,488 peoples, out of which male population is 751 while female population is 737. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 981 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baroj village is 62.77% out of which 65.51% males and 59.97% females are literate. There are about 331 houses in baroj village. Pincode of baroj village locality is 743425.
When it comes to administration, Baroj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Baroj village comes under Minakhan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency. Basirhat is nearest town to baroj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Baroj
The population details of Baroj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,488 | 751 | 737 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 223 | 111 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 492 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 259 | 295 |
Connectivity of Baroj
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baroj
Where is Baroj located?
Baroj village is situated in Haroa Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baroj?
The Gram Panchayat of Baroj is Sonapukur Sankarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baroj?
The pincode of Baroj is 743425, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baroj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baroj is 1,488, with 751 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Baroj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baroj village has a total of 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baroj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baroj is 62.77%. The male literacy rate is 65.51%, while the female literacy rate is 59.97%.