Bara Chand Bar - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Bara Chand Bar is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Enayetpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Chand Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Chand Bar is 338559. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.97 hectares and falls under the 721156 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bara Chand Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Chand Bar
As per Census 2011, Bara Chand Bar village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 228 males and 233 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 147 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Chand Bar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 228 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 74 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 155 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 73 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Chand Bar
Bara Chand Bar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Chand Bar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bara Chand Bar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Midnapur to Bara Chand Bar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Chand Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Chand Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Chand Bar
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 Chand Bar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bara Chand Bar
Where is Bara Chand Bar located?
Bara Chand Bar village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Chand Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Chand Bar is Enayetpur.
What is the pincode of Bara Chand Bar?
The pincode of Bara Chand Bar is 721156.
What is the population of Bara Chand Bar?
Bara Chand Bar has a total population of 461, including 228 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Bara Chand Bar?
There are 115 households in Bara Chand Bar.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Chand Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Chand Bar is 57.48%. Male literacy is 67.98% and female literacy is 47.21%.