Bhabanipur - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Bhabanipur is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Shyampur and around 58.2 km from Howrah. Balichaturi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhabanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhabanipur is 333150. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.39 hectares and falls under the 711315 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Uluberia Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhabanipur
As per Census 2011, Bhabanipur village has a total population of 2,851 people, consisting of 1,458 males and 1,393 females. The village has 630 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,873 literate and 978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhabanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,851 | 1,458 | 1,393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 183 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,873 | 1,004 | 869 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 454 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Bhabanipur
Bhabanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rameshwarpur | South | 1.23 km |
| Gajankol | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Alipur | East | 1.68 km |
| Bhagawanpur | South | 2.00 km |
| Balichaturi | North | 2.23 km |
| Ghoshpur Kalia | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Ramchandrapur | East | 2.82 km |
| Marshal | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Sarishani | South | 2.91 km |
| Shitalpur | South-West | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhabanipur
Bhabanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tmzj, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Bhabanipur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Bhabanipur is about 58.2 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhabanipur
Where is Bhabanipur located?
Bhabanipur village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhabanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhabanipur is Balichaturi.
What is the pincode of Bhabanipur?
The pincode of Bhabanipur is 711315.
What is the population of Bhabanipur?
Bhabanipur has a total population of 2,851, including 1,458 males and 1,393 females.
How many households are there in Bhabanipur?
There are 630 households in Bhabanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhabanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhabanipur is 65.70%. Male literacy is 68.86% and female literacy is 62.38%.