Purba Bayar Siong - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Purba Bayar Siong is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.6 km from Sonakhali and around 66.9 km from Alipore. Chunakhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Bayar Siong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Bayar Siong is 335058. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.34 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Purba Bayar Siong 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 Purba Bayar Siong
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Bayar Siong village had a total population of 4,538 people, including 2,296 males and 2,242 females, living in 976 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.39%, with male literacy at 75.72% and female literacy at 54.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 993.
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 | 4,538 | 2,296 | 2,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 294 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,172 | 1,108 | 1,064 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 993 | 494 | 499 |
| Literate Population | 2,568 | 1,516 | 1,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,970 | 780 | 1,190 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Bayar Siong
Purba Bayar Siong 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bugulakhali | East | 2.24 km |
| Sachea Khali | South | 2.48 km |
| Baria | North | 2.53 km |
| Manasakhali | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Lebukhali | West | 3.55 km |
| Phul Malancha | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Jhaukhali | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Chunakhali | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Kala Hazra | South-West | 5.25 km |
| Chatrakhali | West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Bayar Siong
Purba Bayar Siong is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Canning to Purba Bayar Siong is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Bayar Siong is about 66.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Bayar Siong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Bayar Siong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Bayar Siong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Bayar Siong 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 Purba Bayar Siong
Where is Purba Bayar Siong located?
Purba Bayar Siong village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Bayar Siong?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Bayar Siong is Chunakhali.
What is the pincode of Purba Bayar Siong?
The pincode of Purba Bayar Siong is 743312.
What is the population of Purba Bayar Siong?
Purba Bayar Siong had a total population of 4,538, including 2,296 males and 2,242 females.
How many households are there in Purba Bayar Siong?
Purba Bayar Siong had 976 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Bayar Siong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Bayar Siong was 65.39%. Male literacy was 75.72% and female literacy was 54.65%.