Bhada - Ausgram - I, Purba Bardhaman

Bhada is a village situated in the Ausgram - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.2 km from Ausgram and around 22.3 km from Barddhaman. Bilwagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhada village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhada is 319029. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.69 hectares and falls under the 713141 pincode. Gushkara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.

Bhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Bhada

According to the 2011 Census, Bhada village had a total population of 1,358 people, including 702 males and 656 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 82.97% and female literacy at 67.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 333, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Bhada

Bhada 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Bhada

Bhada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhapater Dhal, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gushkara to Bhada is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barddhaman to Bhada is about 22.3 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 Bhada

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhada village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Bhada

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhada village are given below:

FAQs about Bhada