Baral Malimpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Baral Malimpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.7 km from Polba and around 10.9 km from Chinsura. Rajhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baral Malimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baral Malimpur is 325165. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.11 hectares and falls under the 712123 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Baral Malimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Baral Malimpur
As per Census 2011, Baral Malimpur village has a total population of 1,116 people, consisting of 556 males and 560 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 632 literate and 484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baral Malimpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,116 | 556 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 300 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 29 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 339 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 217 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Baral Malimpur
Baral Malimpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarabihari | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Jhanpa | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Dhuliara | North | 1.48 km |
| Rajhat | South | 1.52 km |
| Krishnapur Chandanpur | East | 1.62 km |
| Bhatua | West | 1.66 km |
| Dakshin Hazipur | East | 1.81 km |
| Saptagram | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Debanandapur | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Barakpur Naopara | South | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baral Malimpur
Baral Malimpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adi Saptagram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chinsurah to Baral Malimpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Baral Malimpur is about 10.9 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 Baral Malimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baral Malimpur 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 Baral Malimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baral Malimpur 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 Baral Malimpur
Where is Baral Malimpur located?
Baral Malimpur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baral Malimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Baral Malimpur is Rajhat.
What is the pincode of Baral Malimpur?
The pincode of Baral Malimpur is 712123.
What is the population of Baral Malimpur?
Baral Malimpur has a total population of 1,116, including 556 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Baral Malimpur?
There are 267 households in Baral Malimpur.
What is the literacy rate in Baral Malimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baral Malimpur is 56.63%. Male literacy is 60.97% and female literacy is 52.32%.