Bholanathpur - English Bazar, Malda
Bholanathpur is a village situated in the English Bazar subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from Malda and around 13.7 km from English Bazar. Mahadipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholanathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholanathpur is 313446. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.11 hectares and falls under the 732103 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bholanathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Englishbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Dakshin Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bholanathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bholanathpur village had a total population of 1,606 people, including 836 males and 770 females, living in 359 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.08%, with male literacy at 75.42% and female literacy at 58.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 695, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,606 | 836 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 116 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 695 | 371 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 929 | 543 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 293 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Bholanathpur
Bholanathpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bholanathpur
Bholanathpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Bholanathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Bholanathpur is about 13.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholanathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholanathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bholanathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholanathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bholanathpur
Where is Bholanathpur located?
Bholanathpur village is located in English Bazar Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bholanathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholanathpur is Mahadipur.
What is the pincode of Bholanathpur?
The pincode of Bholanathpur is 732103.
What is the population of Bholanathpur?
Bholanathpur had a total population of 1,606, including 836 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Bholanathpur?
Bholanathpur had 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bholanathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholanathpur was 67.08%. Male literacy was 75.42% and female literacy was 58.05%.