Bhandarkura
Bhandarkura is a village located in Bhangar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.8km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindapur (tehsildar office) and 34.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Bhandarkura village.
Bhandarkura has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bhandarkura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandarkura is 333663. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743507. Sanarpur is nearest town to Bhandarkura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhandarkura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhandarkura
Population of Bhandarkura
Below is a concise population overview of Bhandarkura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,545 | 792 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 121 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 112 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 843 | 454 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 338 | 364 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhandarkura village:
- The total population of Bhandarkura village is around 1,545, including approximately 792 males and 753 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 258 children aged 0–6 years in Bhandarkura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhandarkura village has 226 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bhandarkura village is about 54.56%, with male literacy at 57.32% and female literacy at 51.66%.
- There are around 314 households in Bhandarkura village.
Connectivity of Bhandarkura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhandarkura. As per the 2011 stats, Bhandarkura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhandarkura
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhandarkura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhandarkura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandarkura
- Where is Bhandarkura located?
- Bhandarkura village is situated in Bhangar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhandarkura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhandarkura is Durgapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhandarkura?
- The pincode of Bhandarkura is 743507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhandarkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandarkura is 1,545, with 792 males and 753 females.
- How many households are there in Bhandarkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhandarkura village has a total of 314 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhandarkura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandarkura is 54.56%. The male literacy rate is 57.32%, while the female literacy rate is 51.66%.