Bara Gachhia - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Bara Gachhia is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Rajpur and around 21.3 km from Alipore. Langalberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Gachhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Gachhia is 333585. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.21 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bara Gachhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara Gachhia
As per Census 2011, Bara Gachhia village has a total population of 3,520 people, consisting of 1,815 males and 1,705 females. The village has 914 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,302 literate and 1,218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,661 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Gachhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,520 | 1,815 | 1,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,661 | 1,389 | 1,272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,302 | 1,296 | 1,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,218 | 519 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Gachhia
Bara Gachhia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Krishnapur | South | 0.95 km |
| Baruli | North | 1.24 km |
| Langalber | East | 1.42 km |
| Keoapukuria | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Bamangachhi | South | 1.67 km |
| Chak Nitai | West | 1.76 km |
| Srirampur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Andharia | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Sarmastapur | North | 2.33 km |
| Gobindapur | East | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Gachhia
Bara Gachhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalyanpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.3 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Bara Gachhia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bara Gachhia is about 21.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Gachhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Gachhia 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 Bara Gachhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Gachhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bara Gachhia
Where is Bara Gachhia located?
Bara Gachhia village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Gachhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Gachhia is Langalberia.
What is the pincode of Bara Gachhia?
The pincode of Bara Gachhia is 700150.
What is the population of Bara Gachhia?
Bara Gachhia has a total population of 3,520, including 1,815 males and 1,705 females.
How many households are there in Bara Gachhia?
There are 914 households in Bara Gachhia.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Gachhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Gachhia is 65.40%. Male literacy is 71.40% and female literacy is 59.00%.