Baman Bar - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Baman Bar is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Argoal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baman Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baman Bar is 345137. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.91 hectares and falls under the 721456 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Baman Bar 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 Baman Bar
As per Census 2011, Baman Bar village has a total population of 1,230 people, consisting of 621 males and 609 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,048 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baman Bar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,230 | 621 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 96 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,048 | 545 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 76 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Baman Bar
Baman 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 Baman Bar
Public transport in the Baman Bar 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Baman Bar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baman Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baman Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baman 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 Baman Bar 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 Baman Bar
Where is Baman Bar located?
Baman Bar village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baman Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Baman Bar is Argoal.
What is the pincode of Baman Bar?
The pincode of Baman Bar is 721456.
What is the population of Baman Bar?
Baman Bar has a total population of 1,230, including 621 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Baman Bar?
There are 300 households in Baman Bar.
What is the literacy rate in Baman Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baman Bar is 85.20%. Male literacy is 87.76% and female literacy is 82.59%.