Bilaspur - Jangipara, Hooghly
Bilaspur is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from Jangipara and around 53.6 km from Chinsura. Rasidpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaspur is 325713. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.48 hectares and falls under the 712408 pincode. Bargachia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bilaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Bilaspur village had a total population of 1,646 people, including 829 males and 817 females, living in 372 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.79%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 81.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 324.
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 | 1,646 | 829 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 69 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 160 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,301 | 698 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 131 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Bilaspur
Bilaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guti Atra | North-West | 0.86 km |
| Khanda Kshetra | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Ilampur | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Bira Chak | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Dakshin Dogachhia | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Mandaran Dilakash | East | 1.44 km |
| Singti | West | 1.61 km |
| Dakshin Dilakash | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Pashpur | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Senpur | South-West | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilaspur
Bilaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kaikala, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargachia to Bilaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bilaspur is about 53.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bilaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilaspur
Where is Bilaspur located?
Bilaspur village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilaspur is Rasidpur.
What is the pincode of Bilaspur?
The pincode of Bilaspur is 712408.
What is the population of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur had a total population of 1,646, including 829 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Bilaspur?
Bilaspur had 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilaspur was 86.79%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 81.60%.