Bardanga - Gazole, Malda
Bardanga is a village situated in the Gazole subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.4 km from Gazole and around 42.8 km from English Bazar. Salaidanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bardanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bardanga is 312695. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.77 hectares and falls under the 732124 pincode. Old Malda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bardanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bardanga
According to the 2011 Census, Bardanga village had a total population of 595 people, including 305 males and 290 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 92.34% and female literacy at 81.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 595 | 305 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 200 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 253 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 52 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Bardanga
Bardanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ustor | North | 0.73 km |
| Purbba Kasba | West | 1.01 km |
| Milikpur | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Radhanagar | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Madhail | North | 1.89 km |
| Emamnagar | East | 2.00 km |
| Sinhapara | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Madhabpara | West | 2.19 km |
| Rajnagar | North | 2.19 km |
| Paladanga | South | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bardanga
Bardanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deotala, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Old Malda to Bardanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Bardanga is about 42.8 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 Bardanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bardanga 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 Bardanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bardanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bardanga
Where is Bardanga located?
Bardanga village is located in Gazole Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bardanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bardanga is Salaidanga.
What is the pincode of Bardanga?
The pincode of Bardanga is 732124.
What is the population of Bardanga?
Bardanga had a total population of 595, including 305 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Bardanga?
Bardanga had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bardanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bardanga was 86.84%. Male literacy was 92.34% and female literacy was 81.01%.