Bamunia - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Bamunia is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Bhangar and around 53.5 km from Alipore. Chaltaberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamunia is 333730. The village covers a total geographical area of 801.96 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Saltlake is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bamunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamunia
According to the 2011 Census, Bamunia village had a total population of 15,582 people, including 8,156 males and 7,426 females, living in 3,056 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.54%, with male literacy at 79.01% and female literacy at 73.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 240.
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 | 15,582 | 8,156 | 7,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,390 | 1,218 | 1,172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 147 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 108 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 10,097 | 5,482 | 4,615 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,485 | 2,674 | 2,811 |
Nearby Villages of Bamunia
Bamunia 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 Bamunia
Bamunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saltlake to Bamunia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bamunia is about 53.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bamunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamunia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bamunia
Where is Bamunia located?
Bamunia village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamunia is Chaltaberia.
What is the pincode of Bamunia?
The pincode of Bamunia is 743502.
What is the population of Bamunia?
Bamunia had a total population of 15,582, including 8,156 males and 7,426 females.
How many households are there in Bamunia?
Bamunia had 3,056 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamunia was 76.54%. Male literacy was 79.01% and female literacy was 73.79%.