Bagrabpur - Chakdah, Nadia
Bagrabpur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 55.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hingnara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagrabpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagrabpur is 322284. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.53 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bagrabpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haringhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagrabpur
As per Census 2011, Bagrabpur village has a total population of 840 people, consisting of 433 males and 407 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 688 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 761 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagrabpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 433 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 761 | 396 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 688 | 369 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 64 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Bagrabpur
Bagrabpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarapur | South | 1.08 km |
| Maheshchandrapur | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Lakhmipur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Purulia | North | 1.69 km |
| Garuimari | South | 1.82 km |
| Ber Baria | West | 1.86 km |
| Ballabhpur | North | 2.20 km |
| Hing Nara | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Deuli | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Rasullapur | South-West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagrabpur
Bagrabpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Bagrabpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Bagrabpur is about 55.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagrabpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagrabpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagrabpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagrabpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bagrabpur
Where is Bagrabpur located?
Bagrabpur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagrabpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagrabpur is Hingnara.
What is the pincode of Bagrabpur?
The pincode of Bagrabpur is 741223.
What is the population of Bagrabpur?
Bagrabpur has a total population of 840, including 433 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Bagrabpur?
There are 180 households in Bagrabpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bagrabpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagrabpur is 81.90%. Male literacy is 85.22% and female literacy is 78.38%.