Bikrampur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Bikrampur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.9 km from Bongaon and around 63.2 km from Barasat. Ganganandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bikrampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikrampur is 322582. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.97 hectares and falls under the 743710 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bikrampur 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 Bikrampur
According to the 2011 Census, Bikrampur village had a total population of 1,024 people, including 515 males and 509 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.71%, with male literacy at 76.91% and female literacy at 70.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 445.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,024 | 515 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 238 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 353 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 162 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Bikrampur
Bikrampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuchiamora | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Arsali | East | 1.08 km |
| Chatrabagi | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Chitrangapur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Saishpur | South | 1.50 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Balianpur | South | 1.96 km |
| Goalbagi | North | 1.99 km |
| Ganganandapur | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Adityapur | South-West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bikrampur
Bikrampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. 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 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bikrampur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Bikrampur is about 63.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikrampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikrampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bikrampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikrampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bikrampur
Where is Bikrampur located?
Bikrampur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bikrampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bikrampur is Ganganandapur.
What is the pincode of Bikrampur?
The pincode of Bikrampur is 743710.
What is the population of Bikrampur?
Bikrampur had a total population of 1,024, including 515 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Bikrampur?
Bikrampur had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikrampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikrampur was 73.71%. Male literacy was 76.91% and female literacy was 70.48%.