Balapukur
Balapukur is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 75.1km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Akcha is the gram panchayat of Balapukur village.
Balapukur 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 Balapukur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balapukur is 310411. The village spans a total geographical area of 146 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliagong is nearest town to Balapukur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Balapukur
Population of Balapukur
Below is a concise population overview of Balapukur 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 | 1,736 | 907 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 115 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,692 | 886 | 806 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 620 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 287 | 404 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balapukur village:
- The total population of Balapukur village is around 1,736, including approximately 907 males and 829 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Balapukur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balapukur village has 1,692 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balapukur village is about 60.20%, with male literacy at 68.36% and female literacy at 51.27%.
- There are around 372 households in Balapukur village.
Connectivity of Balapukur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balapukur. As per the 2011 stats, Balapukur 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 Balapukur
Knowing the nearby villages of Balapukur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balapukur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balapukur
- Where is Balapukur located?
- Balapukur village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balapukur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balapukur is Akcha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balapukur?
- The pincode of Balapukur is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balapukur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balapukur is 1,736, with 907 males and 829 females.
- How many households are there in Balapukur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balapukur village has a total of 372 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balapukur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balapukur is 60.20%. The male literacy rate is 68.36%, while the female literacy rate is 51.27%.