Bajitpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Bajitpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 73.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajitpur is 310621. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.24 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bajitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bajitpur village had a total population of 722 people, including 362 males and 360 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.97%, with male literacy at 72.96% and female literacy at 66.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 722 | 362 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 224 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 138 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Bajitpur
Bajitpur 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 Bajitpur
Bajitpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Bajitpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Bajitpur is about 73.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajitpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bajitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajitpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bajitpur
Where is Bajitpur located?
Bajitpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajitpur is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Bajitpur?
The pincode of Bajitpur is 733124.
What is the population of Bajitpur?
Bajitpur had a total population of 722, including 362 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Bajitpur?
Bajitpur had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajitpur was 69.97%. Male literacy was 72.96% and female literacy was 66.99%.