Ballal Dighi - Pandua, Hooghly
Ballal Dighi is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.2 km from Pandua and around 36.1 km from Chinsura. Panchagara-toregram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballal Dighi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballal Dighi is 324765. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.05670224 hectares and falls under the 712135 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ballal Dighi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ballal Dighi
According to the 2011 Census, Ballal Dighi village had a total population of 1,079 people, including 536 males and 543 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.60%, with male literacy at 92.98% and female literacy at 78.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 432.
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 | 1,079 | 536 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 212 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 450 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 86 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Ballal Dighi
Ballal Dighi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sargaria | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Gahami | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Chau Bera | South | 1.62 km |
| Bhuin Mohan | West | 1.76 km |
| Bara Baharkuli | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Panch Gara | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Baidyapur | North | 2.53 km |
| Piragram | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Jamna | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Sandua | South-East | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballal Dighi
Ballal Dighi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bainchigram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalna to Ballal Dighi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Ballal Dighi is about 36.1 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 Ballal Dighi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballal Dighi 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 Ballal Dighi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballal Dighi 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 Ballal Dighi
Where is Ballal Dighi located?
Ballal Dighi village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballal Dighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballal Dighi is Panchagara-toregram.
What is the pincode of Ballal Dighi?
The pincode of Ballal Dighi is 712135.
What is the population of Ballal Dighi?
Ballal Dighi had a total population of 1,079, including 536 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Ballal Dighi?
Ballal Dighi had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ballal Dighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballal Dighi was 85.60%. Male literacy was 92.98% and female literacy was 78.38%.