Briddhakol - Ranaghat - I, Nadia
Briddhakol is a village situated in the Ranaghat - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Habibpur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Anulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Briddhakol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Briddhakol is 322033. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.92 hectares and falls under the 741255 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Briddhakol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Briddhakol
According to the 2011 Census, Briddhakol village had a total population of 1,246 people, including 682 males and 564 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 827 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.07%, with male literacy at 82.52% and female literacy at 72.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,165.
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 | 1,246 | 682 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,165 | 638 | 527 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 510 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 172 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Briddhakol
Briddhakol 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 Briddhakol
Briddhakol 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Briddhakol is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Briddhakol is about 33 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 Briddhakol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Briddhakol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Briddhakol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Briddhakol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Briddhakol
Where is Briddhakol located?
Briddhakol village is located in Ranaghat - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Briddhakol?
The Gram Panchayat of Briddhakol is Anulia.
What is the pincode of Briddhakol?
The pincode of Briddhakol is 741255.
What is the population of Briddhakol?
Briddhakol had a total population of 1,246, including 682 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Briddhakol?
Briddhakol had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Briddhakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Briddhakol was 78.07%. Male literacy was 82.52% and female literacy was 72.71%.