Bholanathpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Bholanathpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 26.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 29.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholanathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholanathpur is 310721. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.03 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bholanathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bholanathpur
As per Census 2011, Bholanathpur village has a total population of 999 people, consisting of 513 males and 486 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 655 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholanathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 999 | 513 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 133 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 354 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 159 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Bholanathpur
Bholanathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paik-mulgaon | South | 1.17 km |
| Shrirampur | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Chural Krishnapur | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Bhabanipur | West | 1.88 km |
| Mulgaon | South | 1.96 km |
| Udaypur | East | 1.96 km |
| Gokulpur | West | 2.08 km |
| Bhour | East | 2.15 km |
| Udhura Prananathpur | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Sitahar | South-West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bholanathpur
Bholanathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.7 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 Bholanathpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Bholanathpur is about 29.5 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 Bholanathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholanathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bholanathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholanathpur 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 Bholanathpur
Where is Bholanathpur located?
Bholanathpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bholanathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholanathpur is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Bholanathpur?
The pincode of Bholanathpur is 733124.
What is the population of Bholanathpur?
Bholanathpur has a total population of 999, including 513 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Bholanathpur?
There are 234 households in Bholanathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bholanathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholanathpur is 65.57%. Male literacy is 69.01% and female literacy is 61.93%.