Bhabanipur Char - Balagarh, Hooghly
Bhabanipur Char is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.2 km from Patuligram and around 29.1 km from Chinsura. Jirat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhabanipur Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhabanipur Char is 325002. The village covers a total geographical area of 749.77 hectares and falls under the 712501 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhabanipur Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhabanipur Char
According to the 2011 Census, Bhabanipur Char village had a total population of 7,246 people, including 3,765 males and 3,481 females, living in 1,753 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.42%, with male literacy at 81.36% and female literacy at 71.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5,087, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 7,246 | 3,765 | 3,481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 698 | 363 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,087 | 2,635 | 2,452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 68 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 5,004 | 2,768 | 2,236 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,242 | 997 | 1,245 |
Nearby Villages of Bhabanipur Char
Bhabanipur Char 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Bhabanipur | West | 1.25 km |
| Rajballabhpur | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Gournagar | North | 1.62 km |
| Raninagar | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Tamlipara | West | 2.09 km |
| Kaliagar | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Char Gaur Nagar | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Durllabhpur | South | 2.35 km |
| Baruipara | West | 2.59 km |
| Suksagar | South | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhabanipur Char
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bhabanipur Char. The nearest railway station is Jirat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalna to Bhabanipur Char is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bhabanipur Char is about 29.1 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 Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhabanipur Char village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhabanipur Char
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 Char 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhabanipur Char
Where is Bhabanipur Char located?
Bhabanipur Char village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhabanipur Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhabanipur Char is Jirat.
What is the pincode of Bhabanipur Char?
The pincode of Bhabanipur Char is 712501.
What is the population of Bhabanipur Char?
Bhabanipur Char had a total population of 7,246, including 3,765 males and 3,481 females.
How many households are there in Bhabanipur Char?
Bhabanipur Char had 1,753 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhabanipur Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhabanipur Char was 76.42%. Male literacy was 81.36% and female literacy was 71.07%.