Ballabhipur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Ballabhipur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.1 km from Tarakeswar and around 44.1 km from Chinsura. Baligori-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballabhipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballabhipur is 324491. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.9 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakeshswar is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballabhipur
As per Census 2011, Ballabhipur village has a total population of 593 people, consisting of 291 males and 302 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballabhipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 593 | 291 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 22 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 25 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 202 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 89 | 143 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manoharpur | North | 0.60 km |
| Nazirpur | South | 0.65 km |
| Kalapukur | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Madpur | East | 1.29 km |
| Mirzapur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Baligari | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Aknapur | North | 1.83 km |
| Bharamalpur | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Bagbari | South | 2.03 km |
| Somserpur | North-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballabhipur
Ballabhipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeshswar to Ballabhipur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ballabhipur
Where is Ballabhipur located?
Ballabhipur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballabhipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballabhipur is Baligori-ii.
What is the pincode of Ballabhipur?
The pincode of Ballabhipur is 712410.
What is the population of Ballabhipur?
Ballabhipur has a total population of 593, including 291 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Ballabhipur?
There are 137 households in Ballabhipur.
What is the literacy rate in Ballabhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballabhipur is 60.88%. Male literacy is 69.42% and female literacy is 52.65%.