Babarakpur - Raina - I, Purba Bardhaman
Babarakpur is a village situated in the Raina - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Shyamsundar. Hijalna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babarakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babarakpur is 320735. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.17 hectares and falls under the 713103 pincode. Burdwan is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Babarakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raina Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babarakpur
As per Census 2011, Babarakpur village has a total population of 1,712 people, consisting of 874 males and 838 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,116 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babarakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,712 | 874 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 94 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 34 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 601 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 273 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Babarakpur
Babarakpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keudia | West | 1.44 km |
| Chak Purohit | North | 1.81 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 1.84 km |
| Machhkhara | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Huria | West | 2.52 km |
| Chak Badulia | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Belshar | East | 2.94 km |
| Sagrai | South | 3.44 km |
| Jamna | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Kamalpur | North-West | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babarakpur
Babarakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barddhaman Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burdwan to Babarakpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babarakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babarakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babarakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babarakpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Babarakpur
Where is Babarakpur located?
Babarakpur village is located in Raina - I Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babarakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Babarakpur is Hijalna.
What is the pincode of Babarakpur?
The pincode of Babarakpur is 713103.
What is the population of Babarakpur?
Babarakpur has a total population of 1,712, including 874 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Babarakpur?
There are 370 households in Babarakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Babarakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babarakpur is 65.19%. Male literacy is 68.76% and female literacy is 61.46%.