Balagarh - Balagarh, Hooghly
Balagarh is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.9 km from Patuligram and around 30.6 km from Chinsura. Sripur-balagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balagarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balagarh is 325004. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.48 hectares and falls under the 712501 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balagarh
As per Census 2011, Balagarh village has a total population of 2,365 people, consisting of 1,213 males and 1,152 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,968 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balagarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,365 | 1,213 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 169 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,968 | 1,039 | 929 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 174 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Balagarh
Balagarh 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 Balagarh
Balagarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Balagarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kalna to Balagarh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Balagarh is about 30.6 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 Balagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balagarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balagarh
Where is Balagarh located?
Balagarh village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balagarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Balagarh is Sripur-balagarh.
What is the pincode of Balagarh?
The pincode of Balagarh is 712501.
What is the population of Balagarh?
Balagarh has a total population of 2,365, including 1,213 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Balagarh?
There are 552 households in Balagarh.
What is the literacy rate in Balagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balagarh is 83.21%. Male literacy is 85.66% and female literacy is 80.64%.