Badanganj - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Badanganj is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.7 km from Goghat and around 101 km from Chinsura. Badanganj-falui-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badanganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanganj is 324196. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.99 hectares and falls under the 712122 pincode. Ramjibanpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badanganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Badanganj
According to the 2011 Census, Badanganj village had a total population of 3,865 people, including 1,957 males and 1,908 females, living in 819 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 90.31% and female literacy at 78.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 702, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 3,865 | 1,957 | 1,908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 213 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 702 | 349 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,913 | 1,575 | 1,338 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 382 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Badanganj
Badanganj is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badanganj
Public transport in the Badanganj is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ramjibanpur to Badanganj is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Badanganj is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badanganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badanganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanganj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badanganj
Where is Badanganj located?
Badanganj village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badanganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Badanganj is Badanganj-falui-i.
What is the pincode of Badanganj?
The pincode of Badanganj is 712122.
What is the population of Badanganj?
Badanganj had a total population of 3,865, including 1,957 males and 1,908 females.
How many households are there in Badanganj?
Badanganj had 819 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badanganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanganj was 84.43%. Male literacy was 90.31% and female literacy was 78.43%.