Bahadurpur - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Bahadurpur is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 81.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dumurgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahadurpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahadurpur is 316057. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.97 hectares and falls under the 731219 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Bahadurpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahadurpur
As per Census 2011, Bahadurpur village has a total population of 3,684 people, consisting of 1,936 males and 1,748 females. The village has 875 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,563 literate and 2,121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahadurpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,684 | 1,936 | 1,748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 277 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,346 | 729 | 617 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,563 | 901 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,121 | 1,035 | 1,086 |
Nearby Villages of Bahadurpur
Bahadurpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singhanagar | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Paniara | North | 1.45 km |
| Ramchandrapur | East | 1.52 km |
| Dhananjaypur | West | 1.58 km |
| Tapna | South | 1.83 km |
| Bhushna | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Dadpur | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Duria | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Dumurgram | North | 2.75 km |
| Kestara | East | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahadurpur
Bahadurpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Murarai, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Bahadurpur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Bahadurpur is about 81.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahadurpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahadurpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahadurpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahadurpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahadurpur
Where is Bahadurpur located?
Bahadurpur village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahadurpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahadurpur is Dumurgram.
What is the pincode of Bahadurpur?
The pincode of Bahadurpur is 731219.
What is the population of Bahadurpur?
Bahadurpur has a total population of 3,684, including 1,936 males and 1,748 females.
How many households are there in Bahadurpur?
There are 875 households in Bahadurpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bahadurpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahadurpur is 42.43%. Male literacy is 46.54% and female literacy is 37.87%.