Bagpul - Habra - II, North 24 Parganas
Bagpul is a village situated in the Habra - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from Guma and around 17.4 km from Barasat. Dighara Malikberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagpul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagpul is 322951. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.7 hectares and falls under the 743234 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bagpul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bagpul
As per Census 2011, Bagpul village has a total population of 3,315 people, consisting of 1,702 males and 1,613 females. The village has 765 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,408 literate and 907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagpul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,315 | 1,702 | 1,613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 211 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 2,408 | 1,270 | 1,138 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 432 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Bagpul
Bagpul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Solemanpur | North-West | 0.73 km |
| Napra | East | 1.08 km |
| Rahana | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Kadpur | South | 1.44 km |
| Amdanga | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Malikbaria | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Hatnapara | East | 1.87 km |
| Chanpagachhi | North | 1.92 km |
| Rangri | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Tengra | South | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagpul
Bagpul is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barasat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Bagpul is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Bagpul is about 17.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagpul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagpul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagpul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagpul 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bagpul
Where is Bagpul located?
Bagpul village is located in Habra - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagpul?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagpul is Dighara Malikberia.
What is the pincode of Bagpul?
The pincode of Bagpul is 743234.
What is the population of Bagpul?
Bagpul has a total population of 3,315, including 1,702 males and 1,613 females.
How many households are there in Bagpul?
There are 765 households in Bagpul.
What is the literacy rate in Bagpul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagpul is 72.64%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 70.55%.