Bagdaha - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Bagdaha is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Piyali and around 30.8 km from Alipore. Shikharbali-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagdaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagdaha is 333928. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.57 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bagdaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagdaha
As per Census 2011, Bagdaha village has a total population of 1,443 people, consisting of 706 males and 737 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,037 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 958 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagdaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,443 | 706 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 70 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 958 | 461 | 497 |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 567 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 139 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Bagdaha
Bagdaha 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 Bagdaha
Bagdaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Bagdaha.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Bagdaha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bagdaha is about 30.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagdaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagdaha 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bagdaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagdaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bagdaha
Where is Bagdaha located?
Bagdaha village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagdaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagdaha is Shikharbali-ii.
What is the pincode of Bagdaha?
The pincode of Bagdaha is 700144.
What is the population of Bagdaha?
Bagdaha has a total population of 1,443, including 706 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Bagdaha?
There are 331 households in Bagdaha.
What is the literacy rate in Bagdaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagdaha is 71.86%. Male literacy is 80.31% and female literacy is 63.77%.