Balgaon - Baheri, Darbhanga
Balgaon is a village situated in the Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Baligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balgaon is 227599. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 847101 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Balgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hayaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Balgaon village had a total population of 6,314 people, including 3,382 males and 2,932 females, living in 1,075 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.05%, with male literacy at 72.29% and female literacy at 32.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 679, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,314 | 3,382 | 2,932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,258 | 668 | 590 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 356 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,733 | 1,962 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,581 | 1,420 | 2,161 |
Nearby Villages of Balgaon
Balgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balgaon
Balgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Balgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balgaon
Where is Balgaon located?
Balgaon village is located in Baheri Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Balgaon is Baligaon.
What is the pincode of Balgaon?
The pincode of Balgaon is 847101.
What is the population of Balgaon?
Balgaon had a total population of 6,314, including 3,382 males and 2,932 females.
How many households are there in Balgaon?
Balgaon had 1,075 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balgaon was 54.05%. Male literacy was 72.29% and female literacy was 32.92%.