Bhashanpota - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Bhashanpota is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.7 km from Bongaon and around 56 km from Barasat. Ghatbour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhashanpota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhashanpota is 322553. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.3 hectares and falls under the 743235 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhashanpota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhashanpota
As per Census 2011, Bhashanpota village has a total population of 4,376 people, consisting of 2,265 males and 2,111 females. The village has 1,035 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,115 literate and 1,261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,502 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhashanpota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,376 | 2,265 | 2,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 223 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,502 | 1,298 | 1,204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,115 | 1,732 | 1,383 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,261 | 533 | 728 |
Nearby Villages of Bhashanpota
Bhashanpota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatbaor | West | 0.98 km |
| Angarpukuria | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Shukpukuria | West | 1.32 km |
| Paikpara | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Purbba Ramchandrapur | East | 1.70 km |
| Dakshin Kulbaria | North | 2.27 km |
| Dharmmapukuria | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Boaldaha | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Haridaspur | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Dakshin Charuigachhi | North-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhashanpota
Bhashanpota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bankim Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bangaon to Bhashanpota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Bhashanpota is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhashanpota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhashanpota 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 Bhashanpota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhashanpota 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhashanpota
Where is Bhashanpota located?
Bhashanpota village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhashanpota?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhashanpota is Ghatbour.
What is the pincode of Bhashanpota?
The pincode of Bhashanpota is 743235.
What is the population of Bhashanpota?
Bhashanpota has a total population of 4,376, including 2,265 males and 2,111 females.
How many households are there in Bhashanpota?
There are 1,035 households in Bhashanpota.
What is the literacy rate in Bhashanpota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhashanpota is 71.18%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 65.51%.