Baria - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Baria is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15 km from Sonakhali and around 63.4 km from Alipore. Chunakhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baria is 335056. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.88 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Baria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gosaba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baria
As per Census 2011, Baria village has a total population of 4,883 people, consisting of 2,476 males and 2,407 females. The village has 998 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 627 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,853 literate and 2,030 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,883 | 2,476 | 2,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 627 | 309 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,187 | 1,116 | 1,071 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,256 | 1,138 | 1,118 |
| Literate Population | 2,853 | 1,660 | 1,193 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,030 | 816 | 1,214 |
Nearby Villages of Baria
Baria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Bayar Siong | South | 2.53 km |
| Chunakhali | East | 3.10 km |
| Bugulakhali | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Tilkumar | North | 3.22 km |
| Phul Malancha | West | 4.09 km |
| Char Bidyarabad | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Khari Machan | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Sachea Khali | South | 4.96 km |
| Lebukhali | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Manasakhali | South-West | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baria
Baria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Baria is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Baria is about 63.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baria
Where is Baria located?
Baria village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baria?
The Gram Panchayat of Baria is Chunakhali.
What is the pincode of Baria?
The pincode of Baria is 743312.
What is the population of Baria?
Baria has a total population of 4,883, including 2,476 males and 2,407 females.
How many households are there in Baria?
There are 998 households in Baria.
What is the literacy rate in Baria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baria is 58.43%. Male literacy is 67.04% and female literacy is 49.56%.