Bhabanipur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Bhabanipur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from Tarakeswar and around 46.4 km from Chinsura. Purbaramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhabanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhabanipur is 324497. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.06 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakeshswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhabanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhabanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhabanipur village had a total population of 961 people, including 502 males and 459 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.55%, with male literacy at 86.85% and female literacy at 69.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 307, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 961 | 502 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 158 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 77 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 383 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 119 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Bhabanipur
Bhabanipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhabanipur
Bhabanipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhabanipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeshswar to Bhabanipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bhabanipur is about 46.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhabanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhabanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhabanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhabanipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhabanipur
Where is Bhabanipur located?
Bhabanipur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhabanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhabanipur is Purbaramnagar.
What is the pincode of Bhabanipur?
The pincode of Bhabanipur is 712410.
What is the population of Bhabanipur?
Bhabanipur had a total population of 961, including 502 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Bhabanipur?
Bhabanipur had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhabanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhabanipur was 78.55%. Male literacy was 86.85% and female literacy was 69.66%.