Baranagar (P) - Murshidabad Jiaganj, Murshidabad
Baranagar (P) is a village situated in the Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murshidabad and around 23.2 km from the district headquarters in Berhampore. Mukundabagh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baranagar (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baranagar (P) is 314912. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.46 hectares and falls under the 742164 pincode. Jiaganj Azimgan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Baranagar (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baranagar (P)
As per Census 2011, Baranagar (P) village has a total population of 1,721 people, consisting of 913 males and 808 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,212 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baranagar (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,721 | 913 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 113 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 258 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,212 | 672 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 241 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Baranagar (P)
Baranagar (P) 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 Baranagar (P)
Baranagar (P) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Baranagar (P).
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jiaganj Azimgan to Baranagar (P) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Berhampore to Baranagar (P) is about 23.2 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 Baranagar (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baranagar (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Baranagar (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baranagar (P) 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 Baranagar (P)
Where is Baranagar (P) located?
Baranagar (P) village is located in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baranagar (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Baranagar (P) is Mukundabagh.
What is the pincode of Baranagar (P)?
The pincode of Baranagar (P) is 742164.
What is the population of Baranagar (P)?
Baranagar (P) has a total population of 1,721, including 913 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Baranagar (P)?
There are 372 households in Baranagar (P).
What is the literacy rate in Baranagar (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baranagar (P) is 70.42%. Male literacy is 73.60% and female literacy is 66.83%.