Ballabhipur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Ballabhipur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from Dhaniakhali and around 44.1 km from Chinsura. Dashghara-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballabhipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballabhipur is 324562. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.51 hectares and falls under the 712402 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ballabhipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballabhipur
As per Census 2011, Ballabhipur village has a total population of 1,299 people, consisting of 661 males and 638 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 983 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballabhipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,299 | 661 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 64 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 163 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 523 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 138 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Ballabhipur
Ballabhipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dighir | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Nimdanga | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Srikrishnapur | East | 1.80 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Sahbazar | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Radha Nagar | South | 2.49 km |
| Baidyabatipur | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Madhabpur | North | 2.74 km |
| Antpara | West | 2.81 km |
| Dumo | North | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballabhipur
Ballabhipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Ballabhipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Ballabhipur is about 44.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballabhipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballabhipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ballabhipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballabhipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ballabhipur
Where is Ballabhipur located?
Ballabhipur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballabhipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballabhipur is Dashghara-ii.
What is the pincode of Ballabhipur?
The pincode of Ballabhipur is 712402.
What is the population of Ballabhipur?
Ballabhipur has a total population of 1,299, including 661 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Ballabhipur?
There are 324 households in Ballabhipur.
What is the literacy rate in Ballabhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballabhipur is 75.67%. Male literacy is 79.12% and female literacy is 72.10%.