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.

Bantra 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 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.

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Population of Bantra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Bantra village is around 12,508, including approximately 6,454 males and 6,054 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,027 children aged 0–6 years in Bantra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bantra village has 4,942 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bantra village is about 56.38%, with male literacy at 63.56% and female literacy at 48.73%.
  • There are around 2,633 households in Bantra village.

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.

Chandaneshwar Tilpi Manik Nagar Charaghata Rajpur Korabag Kamaria Purba Bantra Gobindapur Paschim Shyamnagar Mahismari Gumuk Beria

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%.