Balabhut - Tufanganj - I, Cooch Behar
Balabhut is a village situated in the Tufanganj - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.7 km from Tufanganj and around 36.4 km from Cooch Behar. Balabhut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balabhut is 308400. The village covers a total geographical area of 1768.45 hectares and falls under the 736159 pincode. Tufanganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balabhut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tufanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alipurduars Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balabhut
As per Census 2011, Balabhut village has a total population of 10,008 people, consisting of 5,182 males and 4,826 females. The village has 2,293 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,493 literate and 4,515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,717 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balabhut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,008 | 5,182 | 4,826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,460 | 752 | 708 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,717 | 877 | 840 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 5,493 | 3,079 | 2,414 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,515 | 2,103 | 2,412 |
Nearby Villages of Balabhut
Balabhut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalerkuthi | East | 2.13 km |
| Rajarkuthi | North | 3.08 km |
| Jhaukuthi | South | 4.39 km |
| Krishnapur | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Dhadial | North-West | 5.37 km |
| Chengmari | North-West | 5.90 km |
| Dwiparpar | North | 6.28 km |
| Lotafela | West | 6.61 km |
| Jhaljhali | North-West | 7.29 km |
| Mansai | North | 7.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balabhut
Public transport in the Balabhut is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agomoni, while the nearest airport is Rupsi India Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tufanganj to Balabhut is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Balabhut is about 36.4 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 Balabhut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balabhut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balabhut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balabhut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balabhut
Where is Balabhut located?
Balabhut village is located in Tufanganj - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balabhut?
Balabhut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balabhut?
The pincode of Balabhut is 736159.
What is the population of Balabhut?
Balabhut has a total population of 10,008, including 5,182 males and 4,826 females.
How many households are there in Balabhut?
There are 2,293 households in Balabhut.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhut is 54.89%. Male literacy is 59.42% and female literacy is 50.02%.