Bengral Mungral - Ghatal, Paschim Medinipur
Bengral Mungral is a village situated in the Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Ajabnagar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bengral Mungral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bengral Mungral is 337767. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.76 hectares and falls under the 721212 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bengral Mungral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bengral Mungral
As per Census 2011, Bengral Mungral village has a total population of 2,564 people, consisting of 1,332 males and 1,232 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,778 literate and 786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,906 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bengral Mungral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,564 | 1,332 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 171 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,906 | 995 | 911 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,778 | 1,052 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 280 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Bengral Mungral
Bengral Mungral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandaria | East | 1.20 km |
| Mohanchak | West | 1.47 km |
| Anandapur Sundarpur | South | 1.57 km |
| Thabapur | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Maharajpur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Ghola | East | 2.36 km |
| Mulgram | North | 2.42 km |
| Dubrajkundu | South | 2.55 km |
| Ranirbazar | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Belshwar | South-West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bengral Mungral
Public transport in the Bengral Mungral is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panskura, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Bengral Mungral is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bengral Mungral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bengral Mungral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bengral Mungral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bengral Mungral 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bengral Mungral
Where is Bengral Mungral located?
Bengral Mungral village is located in Ghatal Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bengral Mungral?
The Gram Panchayat of Bengral Mungral is Ajabnagar-i.
What is the pincode of Bengral Mungral?
The pincode of Bengral Mungral is 721212.
What is the population of Bengral Mungral?
Bengral Mungral has a total population of 2,564, including 1,332 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Bengral Mungral?
There are 498 households in Bengral Mungral.
What is the literacy rate in Bengral Mungral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bengral Mungral is 69.34%. Male literacy is 78.98% and female literacy is 58.93%.