Baradangi - Harischandrapur - I, Malda

Baradangi is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Harischandrapur and around 64.6 km from English Bazar. Bhingole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baradangi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Baradangi is 312044. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.87 hectares and falls under the 732140 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.

Baradangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harischandrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Baradangi

According to the 2011 Census, Baradangi village had a total population of 679 people, including 335 males and 344 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.40%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 59.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 542.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Baradangi

Baradangi 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Baradangi

Baradangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Milangarh, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Baradangi is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Baradangi is about 64.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Baradangi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baradangi village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Baradangi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baradangi village are given below:

FAQs about Baradangi