Kanthal Beria - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Kanthal Beria is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.2 km from Piyali and around 33.8 km from Alipore. Shankarpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanthal Beria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanthal Beria is 333942. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.32 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kanthal Beria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanthal Beria
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthal Beria village had a total population of 2,490 people, including 1,313 males and 1,177 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.06%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 80.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,579, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,490 | 1,313 | 1,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,579 | 854 | 725 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,013 | 1,137 | 876 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 176 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Kanthal Beria
Kanthal Beria 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 Kanthal Beria
Kanthal Beria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kanthal Beria.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Kanthal Beria is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kanthal Beria is about 33.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanthal Beria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanthal Beria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanthal Beria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanthal Beria 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanthal Beria
Where is Kanthal Beria located?
Kanthal Beria village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanthal Beria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanthal Beria is Shankarpur-i.
What is the pincode of Kanthal Beria?
The pincode of Kanthal Beria is 700144.
What is the population of Kanthal Beria?
Kanthal Beria had a total population of 2,490, including 1,313 males and 1,177 females.
How many households are there in Kanthal Beria?
Kanthal Beria had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanthal Beria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanthal Beria was 88.06%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 80.96%.