Baramganj - Murshidabad Jiaganj, Murshidabad

Baramganj is a village situated in the Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murshidabad and around 7.9 km from the district headquarters in Berhampore. Prasadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baramganj village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Baramganj is 314828. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.17 hectares and falls under the 742164 pincode. Lalbagh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.

Baramganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Baramganj

According to the 2011 Census, Baramganj village had a total population of 823 people, including 407 males and 416 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.12%, with male literacy at 63.93% and female literacy at 60.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.

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

Nearby Villages of Baramganj

Baramganj 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 Baramganj

Baramganj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Cossimbazar, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalbagh to Baramganj is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Berhampore to Baramganj is about 7.9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Baramganj

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

Health Facilities in Baramganj

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

FAQs about Baramganj