Bhabanipur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Bhabanipur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.3 km from Rajpur and around 30.9 km from Alipore. Sonarpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhabanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhabanipur is 333570. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.45 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bhabanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhabanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhabanipur village had a total population of 4,007 people, including 2,007 males and 2,000 females, living in 936 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.15%, with male literacy at 89.26% and female literacy at 76.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,558, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,007 | 2,007 | 2,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 182 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,558 | 793 | 765 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 3,015 | 1,629 | 1,386 |
| Illiterate Population | 992 | 378 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Bhabanipur
Bhabanipur 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 Bhabanipur
Public transport in the Bhabanipur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhabanipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Bhabanipur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bhabanipur is about 30.9 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 Bhabanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhabanipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhabanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhabanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhabanipur
Where is Bhabanipur located?
Bhabanipur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhabanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhabanipur is Sonarpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Bhabanipur?
The pincode of Bhabanipur is 700150.
What is the population of Bhabanipur?
Bhabanipur had a total population of 4,007, including 2,007 males and 2,000 females.
How many households are there in Bhabanipur?
Bhabanipur had 936 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhabanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhabanipur was 83.15%. Male literacy was 89.26% and female literacy was 76.96%.