Char Mandalbhag - Bagda, North 24 Parganas
Char Mandalbhag is a village situated in the Bagda subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from Bagda and around 75.3 km from Barasat. Sindrani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Mandalbhag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Mandalbhag is 322418. The village covers a total geographical area of 652.36 hectares and falls under the 743297 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Char Mandalbhag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Char Mandalbhag
As per Census 2011, Char Mandalbhag village has a total population of 8,456 people, consisting of 4,360 males and 4,096 females. The village has 1,931 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 813 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,043 literate and 2,413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Char Mandalbhag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,456 | 4,360 | 4,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 813 | 410 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,483 | 3,358 | 3,125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 38 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 6,043 | 3,324 | 2,719 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,413 | 1,036 | 1,377 |
Nearby Villages of Char Mandalbhag
Char Mandalbhag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Magurakona | East | 1.40 km |
| Pustighata | East | 2.16 km |
| Diara | South | 2.32 km |
| Kamlabas | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Sindrani | West | 2.97 km |
| Kalupur | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Raghabpur | West | 3.23 km |
| Santosha | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Pathuria | East | 3.31 km |
| Mathura Chak | South | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Mandalbhag
Public transport in the Char Mandalbhag is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhairgachhi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bangaon to Char Mandalbhag is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Char Mandalbhag is about 75.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Char Mandalbhag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Mandalbhag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Char Mandalbhag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char Mandalbhag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Char Mandalbhag
Where is Char Mandalbhag located?
Char Mandalbhag village is located in Bagda Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char Mandalbhag?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Mandalbhag is Sindrani.
What is the pincode of Char Mandalbhag?
The pincode of Char Mandalbhag is 743297.
What is the population of Char Mandalbhag?
Char Mandalbhag has a total population of 8,456, including 4,360 males and 4,096 females.
How many households are there in Char Mandalbhag?
There are 1,931 households in Char Mandalbhag.
What is the literacy rate in Char Mandalbhag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Mandalbhag is 71.46%. Male literacy is 76.24% and female literacy is 66.38%.