Bhangamora - Pursura, Hooghly
Bhangamora is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.5 km from Pursura and around 50.3 km from Chinsura. Bhangamora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhangamora is 324392. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.7 hectares and falls under the 712414 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhangamora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhangamora
As per Census 2011, Bhangamora village has a total population of 3,061 people, consisting of 1,577 males and 1,484 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,282 literate and 779 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhangamora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,061 | 1,577 | 1,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 168 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,257 | 626 | 631 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,282 | 1,256 | 1,026 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 321 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Bhangamora
Bhangamora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaitanya Bati | North | 0.96 km |
| Bakharpur Krishnaballabhpur | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Nischintapur | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Paschim Kalikapur | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Habibpur | North | 1.96 km |
| Sahapur | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Paschim Gopinathpur | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Kumrul | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Dharampur | East | 2.39 km |
| Soaluk | South-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhangamora
Bhangamora 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 Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhangamora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bhangamora is about 50.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhangamora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhangamora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhangamora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhangamora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhangamora
Where is Bhangamora located?
Bhangamora village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhangamora?
Bhangamora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhangamora?
The pincode of Bhangamora is 712414.
What is the population of Bhangamora?
Bhangamora has a total population of 3,061, including 1,577 males and 1,484 females.
How many households are there in Bhangamora?
There are 704 households in Bhangamora.
What is the literacy rate in Bhangamora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhangamora is 74.55%. Male literacy is 79.64% and female literacy is 69.14%.