Bantra
About Bantra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bantra village is 334945. Bantra village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 720.61 hectares. Bantra has a total population of 12,508 peoples, out of which male population is 6,454 while female population is 6,054. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 938 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bantra village is 56.38% out of which 63.56% males and 48.73% females are literate. There are about 2,633 houses in bantra village. Pincode of bantra village locality is 743337.
When it comes to administration, Bantra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bantra village comes under Joynagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency. Joyanagar Majil is nearest town to bantra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Bantra
The population details of Bantra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,508 | 6,454 | 6,054 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,027 | 1,059 | 968 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4,942 | 2,601 | 2,341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,052 | 4,102 | 2,950 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,456 | 2,352 | 3,104 |
Connectivity of Bantra
| 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 |
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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%.