Bamunia - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Bamunia is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.9 km from Canning and around 53.5 km from Alipore. Deuli-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamunia is 333833. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.29 hectares and falls under the 743376 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bamunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamunia
According to the 2011 Census, Bamunia village had a total population of 2,128 people, including 1,091 males and 1,037 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.87%, with male literacy at 75.97% and female literacy at 57.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 512, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 742.
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 | 2,128 | 1,091 | 1,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 188 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 276 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 742 | 382 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 1,193 | 686 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 405 | 530 |
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 Canning to Bamunia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamunia
Where is Bamunia located?
Bamunia village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamunia is Deuli-ii.
What is the pincode of Bamunia?
The pincode of Bamunia is 743376.
What is the population of Bamunia?
Bamunia had a total population of 2,128, including 1,091 males and 1,037 females.
How many households are there in Bamunia?
Bamunia had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamunia was 66.87%. Male literacy was 75.97% and female literacy was 57.55%.