Bainchi - Pandua, Hooghly
Bainchi is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Pandua and around 38.6 km from Chinsura. Bantikabainchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bainchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bainchi is 324763. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.14 hectares and falls under the 712134 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bainchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bainchi
As per Census 2011, Bainchi village has a total population of 13,063 people, consisting of 6,580 males and 6,483 females. The village has 3,084 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,911 literate and 4,152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,574 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bainchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,063 | 6,580 | 6,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,241 | 630 | 611 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,270 | 2,177 | 2,093 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,574 | 1,299 | 1,275 |
| Literate Population | 8,911 | 4,880 | 4,031 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,152 | 1,700 | 2,452 |
Nearby Villages of Bainchi
Bainchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Batika (ct) | West | 1.74 km |
| Goara | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Nunia | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Mallikpur | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Bhuin Mohan | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Bhonpur | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Chau Bera | East | 2.60 km |
| China | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Piragram | North | 2.76 km |
| Mulgram | North | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bainchi
Bainchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bainchigram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Bainchi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bainchi is about 38.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bainchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bainchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bainchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bainchi 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 Bainchi
Where is Bainchi located?
Bainchi village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bainchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bainchi is Bantikabainchi.
What is the pincode of Bainchi?
The pincode of Bainchi is 712134.
What is the population of Bainchi?
Bainchi has a total population of 13,063, including 6,580 males and 6,483 females.
How many households are there in Bainchi?
There are 3,084 households in Bainchi.
What is the literacy rate in Bainchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bainchi is 68.22%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 62.18%.