Bulbul Chandi - Habibpur, Malda
Bulbul Chandi is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Habibpur and around 16.3 km from English Bazar. Bulbulchandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bulbul Chandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bulbul Chandi is 313135. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.65 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bulbul Chandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bulbul Chandi
According to the 2011 Census, Bulbul Chandi village had a total population of 2,915 people, including 1,493 males and 1,422 females, living in 658 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.34%, with male literacy at 83.49% and female literacy at 74.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,829, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 2,915 | 1,493 | 1,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 142 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,829 | 964 | 865 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,081 | 1,128 | 953 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 365 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Bulbul Chandi
Bulbul Chandi 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 Bulbul Chandi
Bulbul Chandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Bulbul Chandi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Bulbul Chandi is about 16.3 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 Bulbul Chandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bulbul Chandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bulbul Chandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bulbul Chandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bulbul Chandi
Where is Bulbul Chandi located?
Bulbul Chandi village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bulbul Chandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bulbul Chandi is Bulbulchandi.
What is the pincode of Bulbul Chandi?
The pincode of Bulbul Chandi is 732122.
What is the population of Bulbul Chandi?
Bulbul Chandi had a total population of 2,915, including 1,493 males and 1,422 females.
How many households are there in Bulbul Chandi?
Bulbul Chandi had 658 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bulbul Chandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bulbul Chandi was 79.34%. Male literacy was 83.49% and female literacy was 74.92%.