Baribhanga Abad - Mathurapur - II, South 24 Parganas
Baribhanga Abad is a village situated in the Mathurapur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 68.5 km from Alipore. Raidighi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baribhanga Abad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baribhanga Abad is 335178. The village covers a total geographical area of 1009.69 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Baribhanga Abad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baribhanga Abad
As per Census 2011, Baribhanga Abad village has a total population of 6,773 people, consisting of 3,482 males and 3,291 females. The village has 1,363 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 806 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,302 literate and 2,471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baribhanga Abad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,773 | 3,482 | 3,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 806 | 420 | 386 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,753 | 2,417 | 2,336 |
| Literate Population | 4,302 | 2,469 | 1,833 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,471 | 1,013 | 1,458 |
Nearby Villages of Baribhanga Abad
Baribhanga Abad 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 Baribhanga Abad
Public transport in the Baribhanga Abad is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Baribhanga Abad is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Baribhanga Abad is about 68.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baribhanga Abad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baribhanga Abad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baribhanga Abad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baribhanga Abad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baribhanga Abad
Where is Baribhanga Abad located?
Baribhanga Abad village is located in Mathurapur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baribhanga Abad?
The Gram Panchayat of Baribhanga Abad is Raidighi.
What is the pincode of Baribhanga Abad?
The pincode of Baribhanga Abad is 743354.
What is the population of Baribhanga Abad?
Baribhanga Abad has a total population of 6,773, including 3,482 males and 3,291 females.
How many households are there in Baribhanga Abad?
There are 1,363 households in Baribhanga Abad.
What is the literacy rate in Baribhanga Abad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baribhanga Abad is 63.52%. Male literacy is 70.91% and female literacy is 55.70%.