Bantra
Bantra is a village located in Jaynagar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.9km away from sub-district headquarter Baru (tehsildar office) and 46.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Rajapur Korabeg is the gram panchayat of Bantra village.
Here you can discover what makes Bantra unique in its vibrant Jaynagar I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Bantra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bantra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bantra is 334945. The village spans a total geographical area of 720.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743337. Joyanagar Majil is nearest town to Bantra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bantra 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 Joynagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bantra
Population of Bantra
According to the 2011 Census, Bantra has a total population of about 12,508, with approximately 6,454 males and 6,054 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,027 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,942 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.38%, with male literacy at about 63.56% and female literacy near 48.73%. There are around 2,633 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bantra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,508 | 6,454 | 6,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,027 | 1,059 | 968 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,942 | 2,601 | 2,341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,052 | 4,102 | 2,950 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,456 | 2,352 | 3,104 |
Connectivity of Bantra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bantra. As per the 2011 stats, Bantra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bantra
Knowing the nearby villages of Bantra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bantra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bantra
- Where is Bantra located?
- Bantra village is situated in Jaynagar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bantra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bantra is Rajapur Korabeg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bantra?
- The pincode of Bantra is 743337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bantra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bantra is 12,508, with 6,454 males and 6,054 females.
- How many households are there in Bantra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bantra village has a total of 2,633 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bantra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bantra is 56.38%. The male literacy rate is 63.56%, while the female literacy rate is 48.73%.