Bhanta

Bhanta is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.3km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 24.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, South Garia is the gram panchayat of Bhanta village.

Bhanta has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhanta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhanta is 333884. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743613. Barinpur is nearest town to Bhanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bhanta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bhanta

Below is a concise population overview of Bhanta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,010 1,023 987
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 178 81 97
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,332 688 644
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,604 871 733
Illiterate Population 406 152 254

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhanta village:

  • The total population of Bhanta village is around 2,010, including approximately 1,023 males and 987 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Bhanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhanta village has 1,332 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bhanta village is about 79.80%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 74.27%.
  • There are around 494 households in Bhanta village.

Connectivity of Bhanta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhanta. As per the 2011 stats, Bhanta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhanta

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhanta.

Auliapur Jamalhati Kharupatalia Shrirampur Faridpur Ganespur Kholapota Akna Mirzzapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhanta

Where is Bhanta located?
Bhanta village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanta is South Garia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhanta?
The pincode of Bhanta is 743613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhanta is 2,010, with 1,023 males and 987 females.
How many households are there in Bhanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhanta village has a total of 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhanta is 79.80%. The male literacy rate is 85.14%, while the female literacy rate is 74.27%.