Badebalia - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Badebalia is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 82.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Palsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badebalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badebalia is 316031. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.88 hectares and falls under the 731219 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Badebalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Badebalia
According to the 2011 Census, Badebalia village had a total population of 1,183 people, including 623 males and 560 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.71%, with male literacy at 57.33% and female literacy at 45.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 845.
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 | 1,183 | 623 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 845 | 439 | 406 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 309 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 314 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Badebalia
Badebalia 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 Badebalia
Badebalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Badebalia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Badebalia is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Badebalia is about 82.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badebalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badebalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badebalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badebalia 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badebalia
Where is Badebalia located?
Badebalia village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badebalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badebalia is Palsa.
What is the pincode of Badebalia?
The pincode of Badebalia is 731219.
What is the population of Badebalia?
Badebalia had a total population of 1,183, including 623 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Badebalia?
Badebalia had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badebalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badebalia was 51.71%. Male literacy was 57.33% and female literacy was 45.44%.