Bainchidanga - Bagda, North 24 Parganas
Bainchidanga is a village situated in the Bagda subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Bagda and around 72.5 km from Barasat. Helencha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bainchidanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bainchidanga is 322477. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.51 hectares and falls under the 743270 pincode. Bongoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bainchidanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bainchidanga
As per Census 2011, Bainchidanga village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 721 males and 690 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,159 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bainchidanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 721 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,160 | 597 | 563 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 624 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 97 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Bainchidanga
Bainchidanga 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 Bainchidanga
Bainchidanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bongoan to Bainchidanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Bainchidanga is about 72.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bainchidanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bainchidanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bainchidanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bainchidanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bainchidanga
Where is Bainchidanga located?
Bainchidanga village is located in Bagda Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bainchidanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bainchidanga is Helencha.
What is the pincode of Bainchidanga?
The pincode of Bainchidanga is 743270.
What is the population of Bainchidanga?
Bainchidanga has a total population of 1,411, including 721 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Bainchidanga?
There are 336 households in Bainchidanga.
What is the literacy rate in Bainchidanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bainchidanga is 82.14%. Male literacy is 86.55% and female literacy is 77.54%.