Bagpota - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Bagpota is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from Dongaria and around 32.2 km from Alipore. Rania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagpota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagpota is 333359. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.44 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bagpota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagpota
According to the 2011 Census, Bagpota village had a total population of 1,012 people, including 525 males and 487 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.65%, with male literacy at 88.35% and female literacy at 76.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
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 | 1,012 | 525 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 402 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 123 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Bagpota
Bagpota 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 Bagpota
Bagpota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dakshin Raipur to Bagpota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bagpota is about 32.2 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 Bagpota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagpota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bagpota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagpota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bagpota
Where is Bagpota located?
Bagpota village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagpota?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagpota is Rania.
What is the pincode of Bagpota?
The pincode of Bagpota is 743318.
What is the population of Bagpota?
Bagpota had a total population of 1,012, including 525 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Bagpota?
Bagpota had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagpota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagpota was 82.65%. Male literacy was 88.35% and female literacy was 76.48%.