Bara Dongal - Arambag, Hooghly
Bara Dongal is a village situated in the Arambag subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from Arambag and around 78.9 km from Chinsura. Salepur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Dongal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Dongal is 324312. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.5 hectares and falls under the 712617 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bara Dongal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arambag Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bara Dongal
As per Census 2011, Bara Dongal village has a total population of 2,771 people, consisting of 1,396 males and 1,375 females. The village has 656 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,113 literate and 658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 819 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Dongal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,771 | 1,396 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 819 | 418 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,113 | 1,146 | 967 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 250 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Dongal
Bara Dongal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atapur | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Berabere | South | 1.04 km |
| Dongal | East | 1.39 km |
| Basantabati | West | 1.63 km |
| Jagatpur | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Manikpat | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Dahar Kundu | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Paschim Raypur | North | 2.11 km |
| Fate Chak | East | 2.16 km |
| Mahishgot | South | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Dongal
Bara Dongal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Bara Dongal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bara Dongal is about 78.9 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 Bara Dongal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Dongal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bara Dongal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Dongal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bara Dongal
Where is Bara Dongal located?
Bara Dongal village is located in Arambag Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Dongal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Dongal is Salepur-ii.
What is the pincode of Bara Dongal?
The pincode of Bara Dongal is 712617.
What is the population of Bara Dongal?
Bara Dongal has a total population of 2,771, including 1,396 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Bara Dongal?
There are 656 households in Bara Dongal.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Dongal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Dongal is 76.25%. Male literacy is 82.09% and female literacy is 70.33%.