Bhelagachhi
Bhelagachhi is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 60.3km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Matikunda Ii is the gram panchayat of Bhelagachhi village.
Here you can discover what makes Bhelagachhi unique in its vibrant Islampur-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Bhelagachhi’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 Bhelagachhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhelagachhi is 309035. The village spans a total geographical area of 807.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733202. Islampur is nearest town to Bhelagachhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhelagachhi 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhelagachhi
Population of Bhelagachhi
According to the 2011 Census, Bhelagachhi has a total population of about 4,528, with approximately 2,352 males and 2,176 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 815 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,290 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 188. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.32%, with male literacy at about 61.18% and female literacy near 42.74%. There are around 906 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhelagachhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,528 | 2,352 | 2,176 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 815 | 431 | 384 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,290 | 1,715 | 1,575 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
Literate Population | 2,369 | 1,439 | 930 |
Illiterate Population | 2,159 | 913 | 1,246 |
Connectivity of Bhelagachhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhelagachhi. As per the 2011 stats, Bhelagachhi 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhelagachhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhelagachhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhelagachhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhelagachhi
- Where is Bhelagachhi located?
- Bhelagachhi village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhelagachhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhelagachhi is Matikunda Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhelagachhi?
- The pincode of Bhelagachhi is 733202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhelagachhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhelagachhi is 4,528, with 2,352 males and 2,176 females.
- How many households are there in Bhelagachhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhelagachhi village has a total of 906 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhelagachhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhelagachhi is 52.32%. The male literacy rate is 61.18%, while the female literacy rate is 42.74%.