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
As per Census 2011, Purba Bayar Siong village has a total population of 4,538 people, consisting of 2,296 males and 2,242 females. The village has 976 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,568 literate and 1,970 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 993 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Bayar Siong are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 4,538, including 2,296 males and 2,242 females.
How many households are there in Purba Bayar Siong?
There are 976 households in Purba Bayar Siong.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Bayar Siong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Bayar Siong is 56.59%. Male literacy is 66.03% and female literacy is 46.92%.