Bharatpur - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Bharatpur is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.5 km from Chinsurah and around 17.5 km from Chinsura. Digsuihoyera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharatpur is 325055. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.89 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bharatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharatpur
As per Census 2011, Bharatpur village has a total population of 1,106 people, consisting of 552 males and 554 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 789 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,106 | 552 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 152 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 417 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 135 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Bharatpur
Bharatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hediapota | South-East | 0.70 km |
| Naksa | East | 1.23 km |
| Purushottampur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Talandu | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Malipara | West | 1.47 km |
| Taragun | North | 1.59 km |
| Ekbalpur | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Dalimba | South | 1.68 km |
| Fatepur | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Basudebbati | North-West | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharatpur
Bharatpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talandu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 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 Bansberia to Bharatpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bharatpur is about 17.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bharatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bharatpur
Where is Bharatpur located?
Bharatpur village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharatpur is Digsuihoyera.
What is the pincode of Bharatpur?
The pincode of Bharatpur is 712148.
What is the population of Bharatpur?
Bharatpur has a total population of 1,106, including 552 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Bharatpur?
There are 246 households in Bharatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bharatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharatpur is 71.34%. Male literacy is 75.54% and female literacy is 67.15%.