Badegahara - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Badegahara is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Falta and around 35.1 km from Alipore. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badegahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badegahara is 334254. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.78 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Badegahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badegahara
As per Census 2011, Badegahara village has a total population of 2,257 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,138 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,374 literate and 883 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badegahara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,257 | 1,119 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 170 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 1,374 | 754 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 365 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Badegahara
Badegahara 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 Badegahara
Badegahara 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 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 Diamond Harbour to Badegahara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Badegahara is about 35.1 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 Badegahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badegahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badegahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badegahara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badegahara
Where is Badegahara located?
Badegahara village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badegahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Badegahara is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Badegahara?
The pincode of Badegahara is 743504.
What is the population of Badegahara?
Badegahara has a total population of 2,257, including 1,119 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Badegahara?
There are 453 households in Badegahara.
What is the literacy rate in Badegahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badegahara is 60.88%. Male literacy is 67.38% and female literacy is 54.48%.