Bighati
Bighati is a village located in Singur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.9km away from sub-district headquarter Singur. Chinsura is the district headquarter of Bighati village. As per 2009 stats, Bighati village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bighati unique in its vibrant Singur-Hugli region. You’ll see Bighati’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 Bighati
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bighati is 325550. The village spans a total geographical area of 521.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712124. Bhadreshwar is nearest town to Bighati village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bighati 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 Singur 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.
Google Map of Bighati
Population of Bighati
According to the 2011 Census, Bighati has a total population of about 4,388, with approximately 2,271 males and 2,117 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 332 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 800 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.62%, with male literacy at about 82.47% and female literacy near 74.49%. There are around 1,024 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bighati's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,388 | 2,271 | 2,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 173 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 | 413 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,450 | 1,873 | 1,577 |
| Illiterate Population | 938 | 398 | 540 |
Connectivity of Bighati
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bighati. As per the 2011 stats, Bighati 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Bighati
Knowing the nearby villages of Bighati helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bighati.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bighati
- Where is Bighati located?
- Bighati village is situated in Singur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bighati?
- Bighati serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bighati?
- The pincode of Bighati is 712124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bighati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bighati is 4,388, with 2,271 males and 2,117 females.
- How many households are there in Bighati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bighati village has a total of 1,024 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bighati as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bighati is 78.62%. The male literacy rate is 82.47%, while the female literacy rate is 74.49%.