Bahirchara - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Bahirchara is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.3 km from Dongaria and around 25.8 km from Alipore. Satgachhia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahirchara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahirchara is 333338. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.58 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bahirchara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahirchara
According to the 2011 Census, Bahirchara village had a total population of 723 people, including 382 males and 341 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.71%, with male literacy at 93.04% and female literacy at 81.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 723 | 382 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 321 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 61 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Bahirchara
Bahirchara 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 Bahirchara
Bahirchara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dakshin Raipur to Bahirchara is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bahirchara is about 25.8 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 Bahirchara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahirchara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahirchara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahirchara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bahirchara
Where is Bahirchara located?
Bahirchara village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahirchara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahirchara is Satgachhia.
What is the pincode of Bahirchara?
The pincode of Bahirchara is 743318.
What is the population of Bahirchara?
Bahirchara had a total population of 723, including 382 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Bahirchara?
Bahirchara had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahirchara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahirchara was 87.71%. Male literacy was 93.04% and female literacy was 81.85%.