Bhandarkura - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Bhandarkura is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.8 km from Gobindapur and around 34.5 km from Alipore. Durgapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandarkura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandarkura is 333663. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.56 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Sanarpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhandarkura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandarkura
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandarkura village had a total population of 1,545 people, including 792 males and 753 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.50%, with male literacy at 67.66% and female literacy at 63.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,545 | 792 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 121 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 112 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 843 | 454 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 338 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandarkura
Bhandarkura 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 Bhandarkura
Public transport in the Bhandarkura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhandarkura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanarpur to Bhandarkura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bhandarkura is about 34.5 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 Bhandarkura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandarkura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandarkura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandarkura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhandarkura
Where is Bhandarkura located?
Bhandarkura village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhandarkura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandarkura is Durgapur.
What is the pincode of Bhandarkura?
The pincode of Bhandarkura is 743502.
What is the population of Bhandarkura?
Bhandarkura had a total population of 1,545, including 792 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Bhandarkura?
Bhandarkura had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandarkura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandarkura was 65.50%. Male literacy was 67.66% and female literacy was 63.15%.