Balihara
Balihara is a village located in Harirampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.6km away from sub-district headquarter Harirampur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Balihara village. As per 2009 stats, Saiyadpur is the gram panchayat of Balihara village.
Balihara has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balihara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balihara is 311911. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.94 hectares. Gangarampur is nearest town to Balihara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Balihara
Population of Balihara
Below is a concise population overview of Balihara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,862 | 964 | 898 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 126 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,131 | 611 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 353 | 378 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balihara village:
- The total population of Balihara village is around 1,862, including approximately 964 males and 898 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Balihara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balihara village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balihara village is about 60.74%, with male literacy at 63.38% and female literacy at 57.91%.
- There are around 445 households in Balihara village.
Connectivity of Balihara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balihara. As per the 2011 stats, Balihara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balihara
Knowing the nearby villages of Balihara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balihara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balihara
- Where is Balihara located?
- Balihara village is situated in Harirampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balihara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balihara is Saiyadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balihara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balihara is 1,862, with 964 males and 898 females.
- How many households are there in Balihara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balihara village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balihara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balihara is 60.74%. The male literacy rate is 63.38%, while the female literacy rate is 57.91%.