Banhugli
About Banhugli
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Banhugli village is 333573. Banhugli village is located in Sonarpur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.4km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 21.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Banhooghly Ii is the gram panchayat of Banhugli village.
The total geographical area of village is 383.79 hectares. Banhugli has a total population of 11,103 peoples, out of which male population is 5,715 while female population is 5,388. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 942 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of banhugli village is 72.96% out of which 78.53% males and 67.06% females are literate. There are about 2,544 houses in banhugli village. Pincode of banhugli village locality is 700103.
When it comes to administration, Banhugli village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Banhugli village comes under Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency. Garia is nearest town to banhugli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Banhugli
The population details of Banhugli cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,103 | 5,715 | 5,388 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,102 | 506 | 596 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3,359 | 1,756 | 1,603 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 8,101 | 4,488 | 3,613 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,002 | 1,227 | 1,775 |
Connectivity of Banhugli
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Banhugli
Where is Banhugli located?
Banhugli village is situated in Sonarpur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banhugli?
The Gram Panchayat of Banhugli is Banhooghly Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banhugli?
The pincode of Banhugli is 700103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banhugli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banhugli is 11,103, with 5,715 males and 5,388 females.
How many households are there in Banhugli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banhugli village has a total of 2,544 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banhugli as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banhugli is 72.96%. The male literacy rate is 78.53%, while the female literacy rate is 67.06%.