Baincha - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Baincha is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Panchet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baincha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baincha is 345089. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.43 hectares and falls under the 721440 pincode. Egra is the nearest town.
Baincha 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 Baincha
According to the 2011 Census, Baincha village had a total population of 280 people, including 152 males and 128 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.72%, with male literacy at 90.30% and female literacy at 82.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 280 | 152 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 31 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Baincha
Baincha 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 Baincha
Baincha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Baincha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baincha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baincha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baincha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Baincha
Where is Baincha located?
Baincha village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baincha?
The Gram Panchayat of Baincha is Panchet.
What is the pincode of Baincha?
The pincode of Baincha is 721440.
What is the population of Baincha?
Baincha had a total population of 280, including 152 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Baincha?
Baincha had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baincha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baincha was 86.72%. Male literacy was 90.30% and female literacy was 82.79%.