Bagnan

Bagnan is a village located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 29.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Belmuri is the gram panchayat of Bagnan village.

Here you can discover what makes Bagnan unique in its vibrant Dhaniakhali-Hugli region. You’ll see Bagnan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bagnan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bagnan is 324729. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712301. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Bagnan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bagnan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bagnan

According to the 2011 Census, Bagnan has a total population of about 1,986, with approximately 1,003 males and 983 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 796 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 136. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.67%, with male literacy at about 79.26% and female literacy near 67.96%. There are around 489 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bagnan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,986 1,003 983
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 220 115 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 796 404 392
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 136 65 71
Literate Population 1,463 795 668
Illiterate Population 523 208 315

Connectivity of Bagnan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bagnan. As per the 2011 stats, Bagnan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bagnan

Knowing the nearby villages of Bagnan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bagnan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bagnan

Where is Bagnan located?
Bagnan village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagnan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagnan is Belmuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bagnan?
The pincode of Bagnan is 712301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bagnan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bagnan is 1,986, with 1,003 males and 983 females.
How many households are there in Bagnan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bagnan village has a total of 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagnan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bagnan is 73.67%. The male literacy rate is 79.26%, while the female literacy rate is 67.96%.