Bhabanipur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Bhabanipur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 38.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhabanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhabanipur is 310724. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.15 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bhabanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhabanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhabanipur village had a total population of 333 people, including 177 males and 156 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.07%, with male literacy at 83.65% and female literacy at 73.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 333 | 177 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 133 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 44 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bhabanipur
Bhabanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karail | North-West | 0.42 km |
| Gokulpur | South | 0.66 km |
| Udhura Prananathpur | North | 1.05 km |
| Shrirampur | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Rayshali | North | 1.75 km |
| Nehamba | West | 1.84 km |
| Bholanathpur | East | 1.88 km |
| Sitahar | South | 1.94 km |
| Nilahari | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Paik-mulgaon | South-East | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhabanipur
Public transport in the Bhabanipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rampur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Bhabanipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Bhabanipur is about 38.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhabanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhabanipur 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 Bhabanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhabanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhabanipur
Where is Bhabanipur located?
Bhabanipur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhabanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhabanipur is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Bhabanipur?
The pincode of Bhabanipur is 733124.
What is the population of Bhabanipur?
Bhabanipur had a total population of 333, including 177 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Bhabanipur?
Bhabanipur had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhabanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhabanipur was 79.07%. Male literacy was 83.65% and female literacy was 73.94%.