Bagdanga - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Bagdanga is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 74.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dighal Kandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagdanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagdanga is 321184. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.61 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Bagdanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagdanga
According to the 2011 Census, Bagdanga village had a total population of 2,141 people, including 1,100 males and 1,041 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.43%, with male literacy at 61.41% and female literacy at 53.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 832, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,141 | 1,100 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 105 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 832 | 432 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 611 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,040 | 489 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Bagdanga
Bagdanga 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 Bagdanga
Bagdanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Bagdanga is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Bagdanga is about 74.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagdanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagdanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagdanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagdanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagdanga
Where is Bagdanga located?
Bagdanga village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagdanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagdanga is Dighal Kandi.
What is the pincode of Bagdanga?
The pincode of Bagdanga is 741152.
What is the population of Bagdanga?
Bagdanga had a total population of 2,141, including 1,100 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Bagdanga?
Bagdanga had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagdanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagdanga was 57.43%. Male literacy was 61.41% and female literacy was 53.15%.