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
According to the 2011 Census, Baintala village had a total population of 374 people, including 198 males and 176 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.46%, with male literacy at 65.82% and female literacy at 61.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 374 | 198 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 40 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 374, including 198 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Baintala?
Baintala had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baintala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baintala was 63.46%. Male literacy was 65.82% and female literacy was 61.04%.