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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Briddhakol village has a total population of 1,246 people, consisting of 682 males and 564 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Briddhakol are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,246, including 682 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Briddhakol?
There are 262 households in Briddhakol.
What is the literacy rate in Briddhakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Briddhakol is 70.87%. Male literacy is 74.78% and female literacy is 66.13%.