Baintala - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Baintala is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from Canning and around 54.9 km from Alipore. Tambuldaha-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baintala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baintala is 333865. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.5 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Baintala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baintala
As per Census 2011, Baintala village has a total population of 374 people, consisting of 198 males and 176 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baintala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 374 | 198 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 40 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 94 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Baintala
Baintala 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 Baintala
Public transport in the Baintala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Baintala is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Baintala is about 54.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baintala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baintala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Baintala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baintala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baintala
Where is Baintala located?
Baintala village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baintala?
The Gram Panchayat of Baintala is Tambuldaha-i.
What is the pincode of Baintala?
The pincode of Baintala is 743329.
What is the population of Baintala?
Baintala has a total population of 374, including 198 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Baintala?
There are 66 households in Baintala.
What is the literacy rate in Baintala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baintala is 52.94%. Male literacy is 52.53% and female literacy is 53.41%.