Babladanga - Labpur, Birbhum
Babladanga is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 37.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kurunnahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babladanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babladanga is 317575. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.42 hectares and falls under the 731303 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Babladanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babladanga
As per Census 2011, Babladanga village has a total population of 261 people, consisting of 133 males and 128 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babladanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 133 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 121 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 12 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Babladanga
Babladanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhandanga | West | 0.73 km |
| Manpur | South | 0.83 km |
| Shahalampur | North-East | 0.83 km |
| Sonajuli | East | 1.27 km |
| Kuniara | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Sankhanad | West | 1.71 km |
| Kapsundi | East | 1.99 km |
| Bakhul | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Purba Gobindapur | South | 2.17 km |
| Arazi Chandapur | South-East | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babladanga
Babladanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ahmadpur Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Babladanga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Babladanga is about 37.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babladanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babladanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babladanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babladanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babladanga
Where is Babladanga located?
Babladanga village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babladanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Babladanga is Kurunnahar.
What is the pincode of Babladanga?
The pincode of Babladanga is 731303.
What is the population of Babladanga?
Babladanga has a total population of 261, including 133 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Babladanga?
There are 58 households in Babladanga.
What is the literacy rate in Babladanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babladanga is 83.91%. Male literacy is 90.98% and female literacy is 76.56%.