Balagarh (P) - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Balagarh (P) is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from Chinsurah and around 13.6 km from Chinsura. Bandel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balagarh (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balagarh (P) is 325081. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 712103 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Balagarh (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balagarh (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Balagarh (P) village had a total population of 522 people, including 259 males and 263 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.37%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 87.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 259 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 14 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 238 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 21 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Balagarh (P)
Balagarh (P) 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 (P)
Balagarh (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Balagarh (P).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Balagarh (P) is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Balagarh (P) is about 13.6 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balagarh (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balagarh (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balagarh (P)
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 (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balagarh (P)
Where is Balagarh (P) located?
Balagarh (P) village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balagarh (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Balagarh (P) is Bandel.
What is the pincode of Balagarh (P)?
The pincode of Balagarh (P) is 712103.
What is the population of Balagarh (P)?
Balagarh (P) had a total population of 522, including 259 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Balagarh (P)?
Balagarh (P) had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balagarh (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balagarh (P) was 92.37%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 87.50%.