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.
Here you can discover what makes Bhandarkura unique in its vibrant Bhangar I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Bhandarkura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandarkura has a total population of about 1,545, with approximately 792 males and 753 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 258 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 226 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.56%, with male literacy at about 57.32% and female literacy near 51.66%. There are around 314 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhandarkura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.