Bhimpur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Bhimpur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Tarakeswar and around 40.1 km from Chinsura. Santoshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimpur is 324470. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.05 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakeshwar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bhimpur 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 Bhimpur
As per Census 2011, Bhimpur village has a total population of 1,882 people, consisting of 957 males and 925 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,516 literate and 366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhimpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,882 | 957 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,516 | 833 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 124 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimpur
Bhimpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarakeswar (p) | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Bishnubati | West | 0.85 km |
| Gure | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Bhata (p) | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Bajitpur (p) | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Basudebpur | East | 1.65 km |
| Purba Ramnagar | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Gayeshpur | West | 1.70 km |
| Aligari | East | 1.89 km |
| Ramnarayanpur | South-West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhimpur
Bhimpur 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 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeshwar to Bhimpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bhimpur is about 40.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhimpur
Where is Bhimpur located?
Bhimpur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhimpur is Santoshpur.
What is the pincode of Bhimpur?
The pincode of Bhimpur is 712410.
What is the population of Bhimpur?
Bhimpur has a total population of 1,882, including 957 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Bhimpur?
There are 443 households in Bhimpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimpur is 80.55%. Male literacy is 87.04% and female literacy is 73.84%.