Baradapur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Baradapur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10 km from Ramganga and around 108 km from Alipore. Patharpratima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baradapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baradapur is 335370. The village covers a total geographical area of 536.1 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Baradapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baradapur
According to the 2011 Census, Baradapur village had a total population of 4,356 people, including 2,203 males and 2,153 females, living in 934 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.84%, with male literacy at 92.46% and female literacy at 79.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,356 | 2,203 | 2,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 279 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 93 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,286 | 1,779 | 1,507 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 424 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Baradapur
Baradapur 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 Baradapur
Public transport in the Baradapur is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Baradapur is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Baradapur is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baradapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baradapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baradapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baradapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baradapur
Where is Baradapur located?
Baradapur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baradapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Baradapur is Patharpratima.
What is the pincode of Baradapur?
The pincode of Baradapur is 743371.
What is the population of Baradapur?
Baradapur had a total population of 4,356, including 2,203 males and 2,153 females.
How many households are there in Baradapur?
Baradapur had 934 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baradapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baradapur was 85.84%. Male literacy was 92.46% and female literacy was 79.15%.