Bhabananda - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Bhabananda is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.1 km from Canning and around 60.8 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhabananda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhabananda is 333844. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.38 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhabananda 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 Bhabananda
As per Census 2011, Bhabananda village has a total population of 1,034 people, consisting of 518 males and 516 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 603 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 788 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhabananda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,034 | 518 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 788 | 392 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 329 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 189 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Bhabananda
Bhabananda 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 Bhabananda
Bhabananda 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 Canning to Bhabananda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bhabananda is about 60.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhabananda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhabananda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhabananda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhabananda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhabananda
Where is Bhabananda located?
Bhabananda village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhabananda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhabananda is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Bhabananda?
The pincode of Bhabananda is 743329.
What is the population of Bhabananda?
Bhabananda has a total population of 1,034, including 518 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Bhabananda?
There are 210 households in Bhabananda.
What is the literacy rate in Bhabananda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhabananda is 58.32%. Male literacy is 63.51% and female literacy is 53.10%.