Egaragram - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Egaragram is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.6 km from Bakrahat and around 25.9 km from Alipore. Panchanan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Egaragram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Egaragram is 333515. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.29 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Thakurpukur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Egaragram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Egaragram
According to the 2011 Census, Egaragram village had a total population of 2,298 people, including 1,198 males and 1,100 females, living in 543 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.90%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 82.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 2,298 | 1,198 | 1,100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 78 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,890 | 1,064 | 826 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 134 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Egaragram
Egaragram 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 Egaragram
Egaragram 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 >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 Thakurpukur to Egaragram is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Egaragram is about 25.9 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 Egaragram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Egaragram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Egaragram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Egaragram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Egaragram
Where is Egaragram located?
Egaragram village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Egaragram?
The Gram Panchayat of Egaragram is Panchanan.
What is the pincode of Egaragram?
The pincode of Egaragram is 743377.
What is the population of Egaragram?
Egaragram had a total population of 2,298, including 1,198 males and 1,100 females.
How many households are there in Egaragram?
Egaragram had 543 households.
What is the literacy rate in Egaragram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Egaragram was 88.90%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 82.11%.