Bahangaon

Bahangaon is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.4km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Bahangaon village. As per 2009 stats, Lahutara Ii is the gram panchayat of Bahangaon village.

Bahangaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Bahangaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahangaon is 309547. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733215. Raiganj is nearest town to Bahangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bahangaon 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 Karandighi 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.

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Population of Bahangaon

Below is a concise population overview of Bahangaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,507 1,314 1,193
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 396 212 184
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,402 730 672
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 4 2
Literate Population 1,420 839 581
Illiterate Population 1,087 475 612

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bahangaon village:

  • The total population of Bahangaon village is around 2,507, including approximately 1,314 males and 1,193 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 396 children aged 0–6 years in Bahangaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bahangaon village has 1,402 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bahangaon village is about 56.64%, with male literacy at 63.85% and female literacy at 48.70%.
  • There are around 549 households in Bahangaon village.

Connectivity of Bahangaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bahangaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bahangaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Bahangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahangaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bahangaon

Where is Bahangaon located?
Bahangaon village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahangaon is Lahutara Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bahangaon?
The pincode of Bahangaon is 733215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bahangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahangaon is 2,507, with 1,314 males and 1,193 females.
How many households are there in Bahangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bahangaon village has a total of 549 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahangaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahangaon is 56.64%. The male literacy rate is 63.85%, while the female literacy rate is 48.70%.