Purana Bangaon
Purana Bangaon is a village located in Bongaon subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.7km away from sub-district headquarter Bongaon (tehsildar office) and 55.7km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Kalupur is the gram panchayat of Purana Bangaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Purana Bangaon unique in its vibrant Bongaon-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Purana Bangaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purana Bangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purana Bangaon is 322578. The village spans a total geographical area of 548.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743235. Bangoan is nearest town to Purana Bangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Purana Bangaon
Population of Purana Bangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Purana Bangaon has a total population of about 8,265, with approximately 4,293 males and 3,972 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 807 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5,236 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 42. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.53%, with male literacy at about 73.89% and female literacy near 62.74%. There are around 1,891 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purana Bangaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,265 | 4,293 | 3,972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 807 | 399 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,236 | 2,712 | 2,524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 5,664 | 3,172 | 2,492 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,601 | 1,121 | 1,480 |
Connectivity of Purana Bangaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purana Bangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Purana Bangaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purana Bangaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Purana Bangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purana Bangaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purana Bangaon
- Where is Purana Bangaon located?
- Purana Bangaon village is situated in Bongaon Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purana Bangaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purana Bangaon is Kalupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purana Bangaon?
- The pincode of Purana Bangaon is 743235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purana Bangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purana Bangaon is 8,265, with 4,293 males and 3,972 females.
- How many households are there in Purana Bangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purana Bangaon village has a total of 1,891 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purana Bangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana Bangaon is 68.53%. The male literacy rate is 73.89%, while the female literacy rate is 62.74%.