Bijay Nagar - Bhagawanpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Bijay Nagar is a village situated in the Bhagawanpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Baroj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijay Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijay Nagar is 345355. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.5 hectares and falls under the 721444 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bijay Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagabanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijay Nagar
As per Census 2011, Bijay Nagar village has a total population of 2,765 people, consisting of 1,405 males and 1,360 females. The village has 668 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,177 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 424 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijay Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,765 | 1,405 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 170 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 216 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 2,177 | 1,168 | 1,009 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 237 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Bijay Nagar
Bijay Nagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bijay Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bijay Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Bijay Nagar is about 10 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 Bijay Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijay Nagar 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 Bijay Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijay Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijay Nagar
Where is Bijay Nagar located?
Bijay Nagar village is located in Bhagawanpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijay Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijay Nagar is Baroj.
What is the pincode of Bijay Nagar?
The pincode of Bijay Nagar is 721444.
What is the population of Bijay Nagar?
Bijay Nagar has a total population of 2,765, including 1,405 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Bijay Nagar?
There are 668 households in Bijay Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Bijay Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijay Nagar is 78.73%. Male literacy is 83.13% and female literacy is 74.19%.