Balichak

Balichak is a village located in Amta I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.2km away from sub-district headquarter Amta (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Balichak village is also a gram panchayat.

Balichak has its own place in the vibrant Haora 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 Balichak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balichak is 332647. The village spans a total geographical area of 218.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711401. Uluberia is nearest town to Balichak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balichak village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Udaynarayanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balichak

Below is a concise population overview of Balichak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,304 1,692 1,612
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 298 156 142
Scheduled Castes (SC) 843 426 417
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,412 1,294 1,118
Illiterate Population 892 398 494

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balichak village:

  • The total population of Balichak village is around 3,304, including approximately 1,692 males and 1,612 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 298 children aged 0–6 years in Balichak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balichak village has 843 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balichak village is about 73.00%, with male literacy at 76.48% and female literacy at 69.35%.
  • There are around 788 households in Balichak village.

Connectivity of Balichak

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balichak. As per the 2011 stats, Balichak 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balichak

Knowing the nearby villages of Balichak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balichak.

Sarpai Bhojan Begua Saibana Purba Bajepratap Dhurkhali Banuchak Chaltakhali Manikara Purash Ghuteghari

Frequently Asked Questions about Balichak

Where is Balichak located?
Balichak village is situated in Amta I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balichak?
Balichak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balichak?
The pincode of Balichak is 711401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balichak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balichak is 3,304, with 1,692 males and 1,612 females.
How many households are there in Balichak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balichak village has a total of 788 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balichak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balichak is 73.00%. The male literacy rate is 76.48%, while the female literacy rate is 69.35%.