Bagda - Kanke, Ranchi
Bagda is a village situated in the Kanke subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanke and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Urugutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagda is 373462. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.58 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Bagda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanke Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagda
As per Census 2011, Bagda village has a total population of 692 people, consisting of 359 males and 333 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 344 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 359 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 217 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 142 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Bagda
Bagda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salhan | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Katangdiri | South | 1.55 km |
| Menrhi | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Geswe | West | 2.66 km |
| Kori | West | 2.88 km |
| Chaingara | North | 2.94 km |
| Surid | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Benti | East | 3.22 km |
| Gutru | West | 3.66 km |
| Korabar | South-West | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bagda. The nearest railway station is Tokisud, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Bagda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bagda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagda
Where is Bagda located?
Bagda village is located in Kanke Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagda is Urugutu.
What is the pincode of Bagda?
The pincode of Bagda is 834001.
What is the population of Bagda?
Bagda has a total population of 692, including 359 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Bagda?
There are 130 households in Bagda.
What is the literacy rate in Bagda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagda is 49.71%. Male literacy is 60.45% and female literacy is 38.14%.