Ballalguri - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Ballalguri is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from Madarihat and around 87.6 km from Jalpaiguri . Totopara Ballalguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballalguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballalguri is 307088. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.3 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Ballalguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ballalguri
According to the 2011 Census, Ballalguri village had a total population of 1,746 people, including 874 males and 872 females, living in 392 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.12%, with male literacy at 73.31% and female literacy at 58.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,222.
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 | 1,746 | 874 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 121 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,222 | 595 | 627 |
| Literate Population | 999 | 552 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 747 | 322 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Ballalguri
Ballalguri 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 Ballalguri
Ballalguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Falakata to Ballalguri is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Ballalguri is about 87.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballalguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballalguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ballalguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballalguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ballalguri
Where is Ballalguri located?
Ballalguri village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballalguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballalguri is Totopara Ballalguri.
What is the pincode of Ballalguri?
The pincode of Ballalguri is 735220.
What is the population of Ballalguri?
Ballalguri had a total population of 1,746, including 874 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Ballalguri?
Ballalguri had 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ballalguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballalguri was 66.12%. Male literacy was 73.31% and female literacy was 58.97%.