Lota Bhanga - Habibpur, Malda
Lota Bhanga is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from Habibpur and around 19.5 km from English Bazar. Bulbulchandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lota Bhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lota Bhanga is 313143. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.1 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lota Bhanga 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 Lota Bhanga
According to the 2011 Census, Lota Bhanga village had a total population of 247 people, including 131 males and 116 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.38%, with male literacy at 52.25% and female literacy at 27.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 245.
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 | 247 | 131 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 130 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 58 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 73 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Lota Bhanga
Lota Bhanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phulbhanga | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Telipukur | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Hapania | North | 1.05 km |
| Santail | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Panch Pukuria | East | 1.26 km |
| Manoharpur | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Jot Gokul | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Sadapur | South | 1.40 km |
| Akalpur | South | 1.50 km |
| Dhala Kandar | North-West | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lota Bhanga
Public transport in the Lota Bhanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Lota Bhanga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Lota Bhanga is about 19.5 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 Lota Bhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lota Bhanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lota Bhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lota Bhanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lota Bhanga
Where is Lota Bhanga located?
Lota Bhanga village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lota Bhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Lota Bhanga is Bulbulchandi.
What is the pincode of Lota Bhanga?
The pincode of Lota Bhanga is 732121.
What is the population of Lota Bhanga?
Lota Bhanga had a total population of 247, including 131 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Lota Bhanga?
Lota Bhanga had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lota Bhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lota Bhanga was 40.38%. Male literacy was 52.25% and female literacy was 27.45%.