Pathar Bar - Kulpi, South 24 Parganas
Pathar Bar is a village situated in the Kulpi subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.2 km from Paschim Gopalnagar and around 59.4 km from Alipore. Chandipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathar Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathar Bar is 334577. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.27 hectares and falls under the 743351 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pathar Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pathar Bar
According to the 2011 Census, Pathar Bar village had a total population of 56 people, including 25 males and 31 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,240 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.00%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Pathar Bar
Pathar Bar 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 Pathar Bar
Pathar Bar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pathar Bar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Diamond Harbour to Pathar Bar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Pathar Bar is about 59.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathar Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathar Bar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathar Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathar Bar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pathar Bar
Where is Pathar Bar located?
Pathar Bar village is located in Kulpi Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathar Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathar Bar is Chandipur.
What is the pincode of Pathar Bar?
The pincode of Pathar Bar is 743351.
What is the population of Pathar Bar?
Pathar Bar had a total population of 56, including 25 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Pathar Bar?
Pathar Bar had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pathar Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathar Bar was 86.00%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 77.78%.