Bara Digrui - Pursura, Hooghly
Bara Digrui is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Pursura and around 58.7 km from Chinsura. Shyampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Digrui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Digrui is 324434. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.5 hectares and falls under the 712412 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bara Digrui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Digrui
As per Census 2011, Bara Digrui village has a total population of 4,739 people, consisting of 2,416 males and 2,323 females. The village has 1,022 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 496 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,512 literate and 1,227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 895 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Digrui are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,739 | 2,416 | 2,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 237 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 895 | 438 | 457 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,512 | 1,987 | 1,525 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 429 | 798 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Digrui
Bara Digrui 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandraban | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Majpur | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Ghol Digrui | East | 1.63 km |
| Udna | South | 1.83 km |
| Tilak Chak | West | 1.83 km |
| Gopimohanpur | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Jasar | North | 2.19 km |
| Hayatpur | West | 2.23 km |
| Neota | East | 2.35 km |
| Gopaldaha | North-West | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Digrui
Bara Digrui is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Bara Digrui is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bara Digrui is about 58.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Digrui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Digrui 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 Bara Digrui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Digrui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bara Digrui
Where is Bara Digrui located?
Bara Digrui village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Digrui?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Digrui is Shyampur.
What is the pincode of Bara Digrui?
The pincode of Bara Digrui is 712412.
What is the population of Bara Digrui?
Bara Digrui has a total population of 4,739, including 2,416 males and 2,323 females.
How many households are there in Bara Digrui?
There are 1,022 households in Bara Digrui.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Digrui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Digrui is 74.11%. Male literacy is 82.24% and female literacy is 65.65%.