Banagram - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Banagram is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from Dongaria and around 31.2 km from Alipore. Gaja Poyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banagram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banagram is 333357. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.7 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Akshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Banagram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Banagram
According to the 2011 Census, Banagram village had a total population of 617 people, including 325 males and 292 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.95%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 74.12%.
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 | 617 | 325 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 61 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 200 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 125 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Banagram
Banagram 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 Banagram
Banagram 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 Akshin Raipur to Banagram is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Banagram is about 31.2 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 Banagram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banagram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banagram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banagram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banagram
Where is Banagram located?
Banagram village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banagram?
The Gram Panchayat of Banagram is Gaja Poyali.
What is the pincode of Banagram?
The pincode of Banagram is 743318.
What is the population of Banagram?
Banagram had a total population of 617, including 325 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Banagram?
Banagram had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banagram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banagram was 74.95%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 74.12%.