Bajitpur - Hanskhali, Nadia
Bajitpur is a village situated in the Hanskhali subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanskhali and around 25.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Gajna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajitpur is 321854. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.05 hectares and falls under the 741507 pincode. Krishnanagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bajitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajitpur
As per Census 2011, Bajitpur village has a total population of 2,584 people, consisting of 1,298 males and 1,286 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,688 literate and 896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bajitpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,584 | 1,298 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 160 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 195 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,688 | 889 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 409 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Bajitpur
Bajitpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gazna | North | 0.88 km |
| Chunari | South | 0.94 km |
| Naoda Kamalpur | West | 1.37 km |
| Sanatanur | South | 2.12 km |
| Helenchi | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Shyamnagar | South | 2.47 km |
| Pipulbaria | East | 2.63 km |
| Sibchandrpur | West | 3.01 km |
| Garapota | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Dwip Chandrapur | West | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bajitpur
Bajitpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarak Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnanagar to Bajitpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Bajitpur is about 25.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajitpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bajitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajitpur 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 Bajitpur
Where is Bajitpur located?
Bajitpur village is located in Hanskhali Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajitpur is Gajna.
What is the pincode of Bajitpur?
The pincode of Bajitpur is 741507.
What is the population of Bajitpur?
Bajitpur has a total population of 2,584, including 1,298 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Bajitpur?
There are 640 households in Bajitpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bajitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajitpur is 65.33%. Male literacy is 68.49% and female literacy is 62.13%.