Hero Bhanga - Canning - I, South 24 Parganas
Hero Bhanga is a village situated in the Canning - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Canning and around 61.3 km from Alipore. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hero Bhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hero Bhanga is 333784. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.66 hectares and falls under the 743363 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hero Bhanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hero Bhanga
As per Census 2011, Hero Bhanga village has a total population of 7,339 people, consisting of 3,651 males and 3,688 females. The village has 1,402 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,487 literate and 2,852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,989 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 246 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hero Bhanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,339 | 3,651 | 3,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,224 | 627 | 597 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,989 | 1,511 | 1,478 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 110 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 4,487 | 2,491 | 1,996 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,852 | 1,160 | 1,692 |
Nearby Villages of Hero Bhanga
Hero Bhanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Garkhali | East | 2.36 km |
| Badukalu | West | 2.48 km |
| Basur Chak | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Gola Bari | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Uttar Redokhali | North | 3.15 km |
| Amtala Bhadri | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Meraganj | South | 3.78 km |
| Benimadhabpur | South | 4.06 km |
| Uttar Battala | East | 4.07 km |
| Gobindapur | South-West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hero Bhanga
Hero Bhanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Canning to Hero Bhanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Hero Bhanga is about 61.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hero Bhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hero Bhanga 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 Hero Bhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hero Bhanga 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hero Bhanga
Where is Hero Bhanga located?
Hero Bhanga village is located in Canning - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hero Bhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Hero Bhanga is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Hero Bhanga?
The pincode of Hero Bhanga is 743363.
What is the population of Hero Bhanga?
Hero Bhanga has a total population of 7,339, including 3,651 males and 3,688 females.
How many households are there in Hero Bhanga?
There are 1,402 households in Hero Bhanga.
What is the literacy rate in Hero Bhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hero Bhanga is 61.14%. Male literacy is 68.23% and female literacy is 54.12%.