Hanidanga - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Hanidanga is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.5 km from Bongaon and around 53.5 km from Barasat. Kalupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hanidanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanidanga is 322570. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.5 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bongoan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Hanidanga 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 Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanidanga
As per Census 2011, Hanidanga village has a total population of 1,401 people, consisting of 723 males and 678 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 951 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 525 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanidanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,401 | 723 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 77 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 263 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 531 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 192 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Hanidanga
Hanidanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sholka Durgapur | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Dakshin Jiala | South | 1.58 km |
| Satbaria | North | 1.66 km |
| Dharmmapur | West | 1.76 km |
| Kalupur | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Shubha Ratnapur | North | 2.36 km |
| Dakshin Sundarpur | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Ballabhpur | South | 2.66 km |
| Shrimantapur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Harishpur Chak | South-West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanidanga
Hanidanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongoan to Hanidanga is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Hanidanga is about 53.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanidanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanidanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hanidanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanidanga 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hanidanga
Where is Hanidanga located?
Hanidanga village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanidanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Hanidanga is Kalupur.
What is the pincode of Hanidanga?
The pincode of Hanidanga is 743262.
What is the population of Hanidanga?
Hanidanga has a total population of 1,401, including 723 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Hanidanga?
There are 385 households in Hanidanga.
What is the literacy rate in Hanidanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanidanga is 67.88%. Male literacy is 73.44% and female literacy is 61.95%.