Bhatpara
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Bhatpara | |
State - District(s) |
West Bengal - North 24 Parganas |
Coordinates | |
Area - Elevation |
- 12 m |
Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
Population (2001) - Density |
441,956 - |
Bhatpara is a city and a municipality in North 24 Parganas district in the state of West Bengal, India. It is mainly known for its rich tradions in the field of Sanskrit learning. There are some jute mills in the area. It is located near Naihati.
[edit] Geography
Bhatpara is located at [1]. It has an average elevation of 12 metres (39 feet).
[edit] Demographics
As of 2001 India censusGRIndia, Bhatpara had a population of 441,956. Males constitute 55% of the population and females 45%. Bhatpara has an average literacy rate of 72%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with male literacy of 78% and female literacy of 66%. 9% of the population is under 6 years of age.
[edit] References
<By Sourav Bhattacharyya>