Bagdanga - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Bagdanga is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17 km from Namkhana and around 109 km from Alipore. Mausini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagdanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagdanga is 335316. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.38 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bagdanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagdanga
As per Census 2011, Bagdanga village has a total population of 4,160 people, consisting of 2,134 males and 2,026 females. The village has 901 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,223 literate and 937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 751 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagdanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,160 | 2,134 | 2,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 254 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 379 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 3,223 | 1,770 | 1,453 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 364 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Bagdanga
Bagdanga 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 Bagdanga
Bagdanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bagdanga.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kakdwip to Bagdanga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bagdanga is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagdanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagdanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagdanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagdanga 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bagdanga
Where is Bagdanga located?
Bagdanga village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagdanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagdanga is Mausini.
What is the pincode of Bagdanga?
The pincode of Bagdanga is 743357.
What is the population of Bagdanga?
Bagdanga has a total population of 4,160, including 2,134 males and 2,026 females.
How many households are there in Bagdanga?
There are 901 households in Bagdanga.
What is the literacy rate in Bagdanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagdanga is 77.48%. Male literacy is 82.94% and female literacy is 71.72%.