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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Baharda village had a total population of 1,591 people, including 816 males and 775 females, living in 379 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.90%, with male literacy at 88.28% and female literacy at 71.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,591, including 816 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Baharda?
Baharda had 379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baharda was 79.90%. Male literacy was 88.28% and female literacy was 71.33%.