Dakshin Balarampur - Goghat - I, Hooghly
Dakshin Balarampur is a village situated in the Goghat - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Goghat and around 87.1 km from Chinsura. Saora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Balarampur is 324105. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.09 hectares and falls under the 712616 pincode. Arambag is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dakshin Balarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Balarampur
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Balarampur village has a total population of 702 people, consisting of 365 males and 337 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Balarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 365 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 185 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 270 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 95 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Balarampur
Dakshin Balarampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Syamballabpur | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Amdoba | North | 1.65 km |
| Goalpara | West | 1.67 km |
| Saora | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Anandapur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Belekusuma | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Muktarpur | South | 1.88 km |
| Khilgram | East | 2.10 km |
| Penchera | South | 2.28 km |
| Jot Mahabat | North-West | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Balarampur
Dakshin Balarampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arambag to Dakshin Balarampur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dakshin Balarampur is about 87.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Balarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Balarampur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Balarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Balarampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Balarampur
Where is Dakshin Balarampur located?
Dakshin Balarampur village is located in Goghat - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Balarampur is Saora.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Balarampur?
The pincode of Dakshin Balarampur is 712616.
What is the population of Dakshin Balarampur?
Dakshin Balarampur has a total population of 702, including 365 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Balarampur?
There are 161 households in Dakshin Balarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Balarampur is 66.38%. Male literacy is 73.97% and female literacy is 58.16%.