Baharda - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Baharda is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Khar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baharda is 345086. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.87 hectares and falls under the 721443 pincode. Egra is the nearest town.
Baharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baharda
As per Census 2011, Baharda village has a total population of 1,591 people, consisting of 816 males and 775 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,133 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 243 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baharda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,591 | 816 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 99 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 120 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 633 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 183 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Baharda
Baharda 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 Baharda
Public transport in the Baharda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Baharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baharda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baharda
Where is Baharda located?
Baharda village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baharda is Khar.
What is the pincode of Baharda?
The pincode of Baharda is 721443.
What is the population of Baharda?
Baharda has a total population of 1,591, including 816 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Baharda?
There are 379 households in Baharda.
What is the literacy rate in Baharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baharda is 71.21%. Male literacy is 77.57% and female literacy is 64.52%.