Bhojan - Amta - I, Howrah
Bhojan is a village situated in the Amta - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from Amta and around 43.5 km from Howrah. Balichak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhojan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhojan is 332643. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.57 hectares and falls under the 711401 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bhojan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaynarayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhojan
As per Census 2011, Bhojan village has a total population of 2,474 people, consisting of 1,286 males and 1,188 females. The village has 557 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,864 literate and 610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 754 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhojan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,474 | 1,286 | 1,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 121 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 754 | 394 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 1,864 | 1,044 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 242 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Bhojan
Bhojan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kultikari | West | 1.05 km |
| Pratapnarayanpur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Hanidaha | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Raspur | South | 1.36 km |
| Sarpai | East | 1.47 km |
| Bajeprotap | North | 1.81 km |
| Kalikata | South | 1.91 km |
| Kumaria | East | 1.96 km |
| Saoraberia | West | 2.01 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhojan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhojan. The nearest railway station is Kulgachia, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Uluberia to Bhojan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Bhojan is about 43.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhojan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhojan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhojan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhojan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhojan
Where is Bhojan located?
Bhojan village is located in Amta - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhojan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhojan is Balichak.
What is the pincode of Bhojan?
The pincode of Bhojan is 711401.
What is the population of Bhojan?
Bhojan has a total population of 2,474, including 1,286 males and 1,188 females.
How many households are there in Bhojan?
There are 557 households in Bhojan.
What is the literacy rate in Bhojan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhojan is 75.34%. Male literacy is 81.18% and female literacy is 69.02%.