Bhadiswar - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Bhadiswar is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 77.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Murarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhadiswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadiswar is 316046. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.53 hectares and falls under the 731219 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bhadiswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhadiswar
As per Census 2011, Bhadiswar village has a total population of 7,723 people, consisting of 3,885 males and 3,838 females. The village has 1,791 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 872 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,891 literate and 2,832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadiswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,723 | 3,885 | 3,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 872 | 424 | 448 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,742 | 876 | 866 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 4,891 | 2,663 | 2,228 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,832 | 1,222 | 1,610 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadiswar
Bhadiswar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Kestara | South | 1.84 km |
| Dhitora | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Ramchandrapur | South | 1.94 km |
| Sanfua | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Paniara | West | 1.95 km |
| Fatepur | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Makhlispur | East | 2.63 km |
| Kashipur | South | 2.75 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-West | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhadiswar
Bhadiswar 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 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jangipur to Bhadiswar is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Bhadiswar is about 77.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadiswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadiswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bhadiswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadiswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhadiswar
Where is Bhadiswar located?
Bhadiswar village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadiswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhadiswar is Murarai.
What is the pincode of Bhadiswar?
The pincode of Bhadiswar is 731219.
What is the population of Bhadiswar?
Bhadiswar has a total population of 7,723, including 3,885 males and 3,838 females.
How many households are there in Bhadiswar?
There are 1,791 households in Bhadiswar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadiswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadiswar is 63.33%. Male literacy is 68.55% and female literacy is 58.05%.