Bagalpur - Santipur, Nadia
Bagalpur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 18.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Arbandi-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagalpur is 321943. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.04 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bagalpur 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 Bagalpur
As per Census 2011, Bagalpur village has a total population of 1,498 people, consisting of 745 males and 753 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,084 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 707 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,498 | 745 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 67 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 707 | 366 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 574 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 171 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Bagalpur
Bagalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bathangachhi | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Barajiakur | South | 1.34 km |
| Chhotajiakur | South | 1.51 km |
| Khalsi | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Chandra | East | 1.77 km |
| Bansdob | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Palasgachhi | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Denui | East | 2.43 km |
| Bagdia | West | 2.43 km |
| Arpara | South-West | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagalpur
Bagalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Badkulla, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Bagalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Bagalpur is about 18.5 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 Bagalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagalpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagalpur 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 Bagalpur
Where is Bagalpur located?
Bagalpur village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagalpur is Arbandi-ii.
What is the pincode of Bagalpur?
The pincode of Bagalpur is 741404.
What is the population of Bagalpur?
Bagalpur has a total population of 1,498, including 745 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Bagalpur?
There are 390 households in Bagalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bagalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagalpur is 72.36%. Male literacy is 77.05% and female literacy is 67.73%.