Bandhaipur - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Bandhaipur is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.8 km from Khanakul and around 76.5 km from Chinsura. Arunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandhaipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhaipur is 325889. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.23 hectares and falls under the 712415 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bandhaipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pursurah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhaipur
As per Census 2011, Bandhaipur village has a total population of 2,345 people, consisting of 1,205 males and 1,140 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,367 literate and 978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 968 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandhaipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,345 | 1,205 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 143 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 485 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 772 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 433 | 545 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhaipur
Bandhaipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garbere | North | 0.93 km |
| Arunda | West | 1.40 km |
| Dhara Shimul | South | 1.41 km |
| Chhatrashali | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Pancharul | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Daspur | North | 2.08 km |
| Piarapur | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Goja | East | 2.24 km |
| Chabbishpur | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Etarai | East | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandhaipur
Bandhaipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Bandhaipur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bandhaipur is about 76.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhaipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhaipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bandhaipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhaipur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandhaipur
Where is Bandhaipur located?
Bandhaipur village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandhaipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandhaipur is Arunda.
What is the pincode of Bandhaipur?
The pincode of Bandhaipur is 712415.
What is the population of Bandhaipur?
Bandhaipur has a total population of 2,345, including 1,205 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Bandhaipur?
There are 535 households in Bandhaipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhaipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhaipur is 58.29%. Male literacy is 64.07% and female literacy is 52.19%.