Baishata - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Baishata is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Jaynagar and around 50.3 km from Alipore. Baishata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baishata is 334980. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.5 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Baishata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kultali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baishata
As per Census 2011, Baishata village has a total population of 6,245 people, consisting of 3,296 males and 2,949 females. The village has 1,222 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,013 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,685 literate and 2,560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,029 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baishata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,245 | 3,296 | 2,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,013 | 528 | 485 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 536 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,685 | 2,153 | 1,532 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,560 | 1,143 | 1,417 |
Nearby Villages of Baishata
Baishata 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 Baishata
Baishata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Baishata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Baishata is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Baishata is about 50.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baishata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baishata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baishata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baishata 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 Baishata
Where is Baishata located?
Baishata village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baishata?
Baishata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baishata?
The pincode of Baishata is 743337.
What is the population of Baishata?
Baishata has a total population of 6,245, including 3,296 males and 2,949 females.
How many households are there in Baishata?
There are 1,222 households in Baishata.
What is the literacy rate in Baishata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baishata is 59.01%. Male literacy is 65.32% and female literacy is 51.95%.