Village code 340063

Bara Gahira Village, Jhargram Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Bara Gahira is a village in Jhargram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim 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.

Bara Gahira village map in West Bengal
Bara Gahira village map image for Jhargram Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Bara Gahira is a village in Jhargram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Bara Gahira, the population is 601, PIN code is 721513 and Census village code is 340063. 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

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Bara Gahira village
Village code340063
PIN code721513
Population601
Households148
Area199.11 ha / 1.99 sq. km / 492 acres
Population density302 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1024 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townJhargram (35 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 721513. This helps users verify the postal area for Bara Gahira, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Bara Gahira village
PIN code721513
Post offices linked with this PINManikpara SO, Amdoi BO, Barkand Ramchandrapur BO, Burimole BO, Charkabani BO, and Chingurkasa BO
Best matching post officeManikpara SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtJhargram and Medinipur West
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionMidnapore Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Bara Gahira comes under Bara Gahira gram panchayat and Jhargram C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Jhargram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Jhargram at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Midnapur, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Bara Gahira
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur
State code19
District code344
Block / Census sub-district code2454
C.D. Block code301
Block panchayat code301

Population Profile

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

Total population

601 residents in 148 households

Male population

297

Female population

304

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: 208

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

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Available; count: 1

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 Bara Gahira
ASHA workerNot available in village

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 Bara Gahira
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 roadNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
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 shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
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 Bara Gahira
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power21 hours per day
Winter domestic power22 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 Bara Gahira
Net area sown50.96 hectares
Irrigated area41.79 hectares
Unirrigated area9.17 hectares
Canal irrigated area31.34 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area5.20 hectares
Forest area44.14 hectares
Non-agricultural area84.79 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropRice
Third cropKaju

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 Bara Gahira
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bardanga, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Manikpara, more than 10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Manikpara, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
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 Bara Gahira

Jhargram (35 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Jhargram 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 Bara Gahira
Nearest major townJhargram (35 km)
Block headquartersJhargram
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

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 Bara Gahira. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Bara Gahira
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Private Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
River CanalAvailable
River Canal Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
River Canal Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bara Gahira village located?

Bara Gahira is located in Jhargram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Paschim Medinipur.

Which Block is Bara Gahira in?

Bara Gahira is in Jhargram Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Bara Gahira in?

District: Paschim Medinipur.

What is the village code of Bara Gahira?

The Census village code of Bara Gahira is 340063.

What is the PIN code of Bara Gahira?

The PIN code reported for Bara Gahira is 721513.

What is the population of Bara Gahira?

Bara Gahira has 601 residents in 148 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Bara Gahira?

The nearest statutory town to Bara Gahira is Jhargram (35 km).

Which crops are grown in Bara Gahira?

The main crops reported for Bara Gahira are Paddy, Rice, and Kaju.

What land-use details are available for Bara Gahira?

Land-use details for Bara Gahira include net area sown: 50.96 hectares, irrigated area: 41.79 hectares, and unirrigated area: 9.17 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Bara Gahira?

Government primary school status for Bara Gahira is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Bara Gahira?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Bara Gahira?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Bara Gahira?

The total geographical area of Bara Gahira is 199.11 hectares.

How many households are in Bara Gahira?

Bara Gahira has 148 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Bara Gahira?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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