Bagakhali - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Bagakhali is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 47.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Natna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagakhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagakhali is 321238. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.88 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bagakhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagakhali
As per Census 2011, Bagakhali village has a total population of 5,393 people, consisting of 2,840 males and 2,553 females. The village has 1,176 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,489 literate and 1,904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,829 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagakhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,393 | 2,840 | 2,553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 255 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,829 | 2,538 | 2,291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,489 | 2,001 | 1,488 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,904 | 839 | 1,065 |
Nearby Villages of Bagakhali
Bagakhali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramjibanpur | South | 1.28 km |
| Sahapur | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Chhatina | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Betai Jitpur | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 2.58 km |
| Garibpur | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Imamganj | West | 3.77 km |
| Chak Jaliapara | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Jitpur | West | 4.18 km |
| Betai | North | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagakhali
Bagakhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishna Nagar to Bagakhali is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Bagakhali is about 47.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagakhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagakhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagakhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagakhali 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bagakhali
Where is Bagakhali located?
Bagakhali village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagakhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagakhali is Natna.
What is the pincode of Bagakhali?
The pincode of Bagakhali is 741160.
What is the population of Bagakhali?
Bagakhali has a total population of 5,393, including 2,840 males and 2,553 females.
How many households are there in Bagakhali?
There are 1,176 households in Bagakhali.
What is the literacy rate in Bagakhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagakhali is 64.69%. Male literacy is 70.46% and female literacy is 58.28%.