Balipur - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Balipur is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.3 km from Khanakul and around 79.4 km from Chinsura. Balipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipur is 325877. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.33 hectares and falls under the 712401 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pursurah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balipur
As per Census 2011, Balipur village has a total population of 8,253 people, consisting of 4,163 males and 4,090 females. The village has 1,875 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 885 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,739 literate and 2,514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,253 | 4,163 | 4,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 885 | 468 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,192 | 604 | 588 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 5,739 | 3,108 | 2,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,514 | 1,055 | 1,459 |
Nearby Villages of Balipur
Balipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanakpur | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Pantahari | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Udna | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Harili | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Purbba Radhanagar | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Kurkuri | West | 2.28 km |
| Daspur | South | 2.32 km |
| Dakshin Rampur | East | 2.52 km |
| Neota | North | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balipur
Balipur 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 Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Balipur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Balipur is about 79.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipur 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 Balipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balipur
Where is Balipur located?
Balipur village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipur?
Balipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balipur?
The pincode of Balipur is 712401.
What is the population of Balipur?
Balipur has a total population of 8,253, including 4,163 males and 4,090 females.
How many households are there in Balipur?
There are 1,875 households in Balipur.
What is the literacy rate in Balipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipur is 69.54%. Male literacy is 74.66% and female literacy is 64.33%.