Bagalgora - Ghatshila, East Singhbum
Bagalgora is a village situated in the Ghatshila subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Ghatshila and around 45 km from Jamshedpur. Jorisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagalgora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagalgora is 363584. The village covers a total geographical area of 321 hectares and falls under the 832303 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town.
Bagalgora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bagalgora
According to the 2011 Census, Bagalgora village had a total population of 786 people, including 405 males and 381 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.85%, with male literacy at 66.17% and female literacy at 49.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 786 | 405 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 186 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 223 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 182 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Bagalgora
Bagalgora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bagalgora
Bagalgora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bagalgora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Bagalgora is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagalgora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagalgora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bagalgora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagalgora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bagalgora
Where is Bagalgora located?
Bagalgora village is located in Ghatshila Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagalgora?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagalgora is Jorisa.
What is the pincode of Bagalgora?
The pincode of Bagalgora is 832303.
What is the population of Bagalgora?
Bagalgora had a total population of 786, including 405 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Bagalgora?
Bagalgora had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagalgora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagalgora was 57.85%. Male literacy was 66.17% and female literacy was 49.23%.