Bhubaneshwari - Kultali, South 24 Parganas
Bhubaneshwari is a village situated in the Kultali subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.6 km from Jamtalahat and around 90.3 km from Alipore. Gurguria Bhubaneswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhubaneshwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhubaneshwari is 335046. The village covers a total geographical area of 856.41 hectares and falls under the 743338 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Bhubaneshwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhubaneshwari
As per Census 2011, Bhubaneshwari village has a total population of 6,936 people, consisting of 3,564 males and 3,372 females. The village has 1,516 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 814 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,384 literate and 1,552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,509 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhubaneshwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,936 | 3,564 | 3,372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 814 | 407 | 407 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,509 | 767 | 742 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 5,384 | 2,990 | 2,394 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,552 | 574 | 978 |
Nearby Villages of Bhubaneshwari
Bhubaneshwari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maipit | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Purbba Jatardeul | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Debipur Gurguria | North | 3.70 km |
| Binodpur | South | 4.29 km |
| Baikuntapur | South | 5.96 km |
| Madhya Gurguria | North | 6.12 km |
| Purba Gurguria | North-East | 6.85 km |
| Kankandighi | North-West | 7.96 km |
| Lot-121 | North-East | 8.31 km |
| Kuemuri | South-West | 9.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhubaneshwari
Bhubaneshwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mathurapur Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| 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 Jaynagar to Bhubaneshwari is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bhubaneshwari is about 90.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhubaneshwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhubaneshwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhubaneshwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhubaneshwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhubaneshwari
Where is Bhubaneshwari located?
Bhubaneshwari village is located in Kultali Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhubaneshwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhubaneshwari is Gurguria Bhubaneswari.
What is the pincode of Bhubaneshwari?
The pincode of Bhubaneshwari is 743338.
What is the population of Bhubaneshwari?
Bhubaneshwari has a total population of 6,936, including 3,564 males and 3,372 females.
How many households are there in Bhubaneshwari?
There are 1,516 households in Bhubaneshwari.
What is the literacy rate in Bhubaneshwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhubaneshwari is 77.62%. Male literacy is 83.89% and female literacy is 71.00%.