Baganchara - Santipur, Nadia
Baganchara is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 21.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Baganchra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baganchara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baganchara is 321925. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.63 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Baganchara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baganchara
As per Census 2011, Baganchara village has a total population of 8,524 people, consisting of 4,363 males and 4,161 females. The village has 2,052 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 920 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,873 literate and 3,651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7,190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baganchara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,524 | 4,363 | 4,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 920 | 468 | 452 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7,190 | 3,699 | 3,491 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,873 | 2,707 | 2,166 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,651 | 1,656 | 1,995 |
Nearby Villages of Baganchara
Baganchara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmasasan | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Hijuli | North | 1.62 km |
| Ranadi | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Chandkuri | South | 2.28 km |
| Karanchapali | East | 2.34 km |
| Panpara | West | 2.36 km |
| Raghunathpur | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Kulia | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Bankdebipur (p) | East | 3.42 km |
| Aluipara | North | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baganchara
Baganchara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shantipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Baganchara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Baganchara is about 21.2 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 Baganchara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baganchara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baganchara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baganchara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baganchara
Where is Baganchara located?
Baganchara village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baganchara?
The Gram Panchayat of Baganchara is Baganchra.
What is the pincode of Baganchara?
The pincode of Baganchara is 741404.
What is the population of Baganchara?
Baganchara has a total population of 8,524, including 4,363 males and 4,161 females.
How many households are there in Baganchara?
There are 2,052 households in Baganchara.
What is the literacy rate in Baganchara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baganchara is 57.17%. Male literacy is 62.04% and female literacy is 52.05%.