Bagra (P) - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Bagra (P) is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 29.3 km from Raghunathpur and around 44.5 km from Purulia. Joradih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagra (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagra (P) is 330157. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.89 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bagra (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagra (P)
As per Census 2011, Bagra (P) village has a total population of 2,492 people, consisting of 1,302 males and 1,190 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,714 literate and 778 illiterate residents. Additionally, 774 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagra (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,492 | 1,302 | 1,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 163 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 774 | 402 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 1,002 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 300 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Bagra (P)
Bagra (P) 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 Bagra (P)
Bagra (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bagra (P) has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santaldih to Bagra (P) is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Bagra (P) is about 44.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagra (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagra (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagra (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagra (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bagra (P)
Where is Bagra (P) located?
Bagra (P) village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagra (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagra (P) is Joradih.
What is the pincode of Bagra (P)?
The pincode of Bagra (P) is 723133.
What is the population of Bagra (P)?
Bagra (P) has a total population of 2,492, including 1,302 males and 1,190 females.
How many households are there in Bagra (P)?
There are 411 households in Bagra (P).
What is the literacy rate in Bagra (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagra (P) is 68.78%. Male literacy is 76.96% and female literacy is 59.83%.