Village code 344912

Argara Village, Potashpur - I Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Argara is a village in Potashpur - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Argara village map in West Bengal
Argara village map image for Potashpur - I Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Argara is a village in Potashpur - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Argara, the population is 1,035, PIN code is 721439 and Census village code is 344912. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Argara village
Village code344912
PIN code721439
Population1,035
Households236
Area178.77 ha / 1.79 sq. km / 442 acres
Population density579 people per sq. km
Sex ratio953 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townEgra (24 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPurba Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPurba Medinipur

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 721439. This helps users verify the postal area for Argara, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Argara village
PIN code721439
Post offices linked with this PINPatashpur SO, Alamchak Belda BO, Amarpur BO, Argora BO, Ayma Barbaria BO, and Bulakipur BO
Best matching post officePatashpur SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtMedinipur East
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionContai Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Argara comes under Argara gram panchayat and Potashpur - I C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Potashpur - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Amarshi at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Tamluk, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Argara
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPurba Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPurba Medinipur
State code19
District code345
Block / Census sub-district code2477
C.D. Block code324
Block panchayat code324

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Argara village and its household count.

Total population

1,035 residents in 236 households

Male population

530

Female population

505

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 14; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Argara
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Argara
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeAvailable
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Argara
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power10 hours per day
Winter domestic power14 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Argara
Net area sown153 hectares
Irrigated area47.50 hectares
Unirrigated area105.50 hectares
Non-agricultural area25.77 hectares
Main cropMat
Second cropFrench Busket

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Argara
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kushasan, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kushasan, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Naipur, 5-10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Argara

Egra (24 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Amarshi is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Argara
Nearest major townEgra (24 km)
Block headquartersAmarshi
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Argara. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Argara
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree2
Non Government Medical Facilities Traditional Practitioner and Faith Healer1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Post OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
TaxiAvailable
VansAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Community Centre with without TVAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Argara village located?

Argara is located in Potashpur - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Purba Medinipur.

Which Block is Argara in?

Argara is in Potashpur - I Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Argara in?

District: Purba Medinipur.

What is the village code of Argara?

The Census village code of Argara is 344912.

What is the PIN code of Argara?

The PIN code reported for Argara is 721439.

What is the population of Argara?

Argara has 1,035 residents in 236 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Argara?

The nearest statutory town to Argara is Egra (24 km).

Which crops are grown in Argara?

The main crops reported for Argara are Mat and French Busket.

What land-use details are available for Argara?

Land-use details for Argara include net area sown: 153 hectares, irrigated area: 47.50 hectares, and unirrigated area: 105.50 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Argara?

Government primary school status for Argara is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Argara?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Argara?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Argara?

The total geographical area of Argara is 178.77 hectares.

How many households are in Argara?

Argara has 236 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Argara?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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