Beledanga - Chanditala - II, Hooghly
Beledanga is a village situated in the Chanditala - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from Chanditala . Barijhati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beledanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beledanga is 325660. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.18 hectares and falls under the 712702 pincode. Uttarpara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Beledanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanditala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sreerampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beledanga
As per Census 2011, Beledanga village has a total population of 3,777 people, consisting of 1,936 males and 1,841 females. The village has 891 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,937 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beledanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,777 | 1,936 | 1,841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 174 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 162 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,937 | 1,603 | 1,334 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 333 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Beledanga
Beledanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barijhati (ct) | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Naiti (ct) | North | 1.22 km |
| Garalgachha (ct) | South | 1.47 km |
| Danpatipur | North | 2.18 km |
| Pairagachha (ct) | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Thero | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Chikrand (ct) | North | 2.83 km |
| Kalachhara | West | 2.87 km |
| Eklakhi | South | 2.96 km |
| Bamandanga | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beledanga
Beledanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gobra, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarpara to Beledanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beledanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beledanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Beledanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beledanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Beledanga
Where is Beledanga located?
Beledanga village is located in Chanditala - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beledanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Beledanga is Barijhati.
What is the pincode of Beledanga?
The pincode of Beledanga is 712702.
What is the population of Beledanga?
Beledanga has a total population of 3,777, including 1,936 males and 1,841 females.
How many households are there in Beledanga?
There are 891 households in Beledanga.
What is the literacy rate in Beledanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beledanga is 77.76%. Male literacy is 82.80% and female literacy is 72.46%.