Birnagar (P) - Ranaghat - I, Nadia
Birnagar (P) is a village situated in the Ranaghat - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Habibpur and around 22.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Barasat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birnagar (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birnagar (P) is 321990. The village covers a total geographical area of 890.32 hectares and falls under the 741127 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Birnagar (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birnagar (P)
As per Census 2011, Birnagar (P) village has a total population of 7,513 people, consisting of 3,953 males and 3,560 females. The village has 1,749 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 723 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,010 literate and 2,503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,848 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birnagar (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,513 | 3,953 | 3,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 723 | 388 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,848 | 2,015 | 1,833 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 5,010 | 2,818 | 2,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,503 | 1,135 | 1,368 |
Nearby Villages of Birnagar (P)
Birnagar (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 Birnagar (P)
Birnagar (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Birnagar (P) has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Birnagar (P) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Birnagar (P) is about 22.9 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 Birnagar (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birnagar (P) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Birnagar (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 Birnagar (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birnagar (P)
Where is Birnagar (P) located?
Birnagar (P) village is located in Ranaghat - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birnagar (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Birnagar (P) is Barasat.
What is the pincode of Birnagar (P)?
The pincode of Birnagar (P) is 741127.
What is the population of Birnagar (P)?
Birnagar (P) has a total population of 7,513, including 3,953 males and 3,560 females.
How many households are there in Birnagar (P)?
There are 1,749 households in Birnagar (P).
What is the literacy rate in Birnagar (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birnagar (P) is 66.68%. Male literacy is 71.29% and female literacy is 61.57%.