Bagbagan - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Bagbagan is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from Gosaba and around 99.1 km from Alipore. Rangabelia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagbagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagbagan is 335158. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.85 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Bagbagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bagbagan
As per Census 2011, Bagbagan village has a total population of 3,467 people, consisting of 1,805 males and 1,662 females. The village has 791 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,459 literate and 1,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 558 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagbagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,467 | 1,805 | 1,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 197 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 293 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 76 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 2,459 | 1,391 | 1,068 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 414 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Bagbagan
Bagbagan 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 Bagbagan
Bagbagan 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 5-10 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 Bagbagan is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bagbagan is about 99.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagbagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagbagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagbagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagbagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagbagan
Where is Bagbagan located?
Bagbagan village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagbagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagbagan is Rangabelia.
What is the pincode of Bagbagan?
The pincode of Bagbagan is 743370.
What is the population of Bagbagan?
Bagbagan has a total population of 3,467, including 1,805 males and 1,662 females.
How many households are there in Bagbagan?
There are 791 households in Bagbagan.
What is the literacy rate in Bagbagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagbagan is 70.93%. Male literacy is 77.06% and female literacy is 64.26%.