Balarampur - Bagnan - II, Howrah
Balarampur is a village situated in the Bagnan - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Bagnan and around 42.2 km from Howrah. Antila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balarampur is 333087. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.7 hectares and falls under the 711401 pincode. Barunda is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Balarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Balarampur
According to the 2011 Census, Balarampur village had a total population of 713 people, including 378 males and 335 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.37%, with male literacy at 95.25% and female literacy at 89.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 713 | 378 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 321 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 57 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Balarampur
Balarampur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balarampur
Public transport in the Balarampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Balarampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barunda to Balarampur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Balarampur is about 42.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Balarampur
Where is Balarampur located?
Balarampur village is located in Bagnan - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balarampur is Antila.
What is the pincode of Balarampur?
The pincode of Balarampur is 711401.
What is the population of Balarampur?
Balarampur had a total population of 713, including 378 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Balarampur?
Balarampur had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balarampur was 92.37%. Male literacy was 95.25% and female literacy was 89.18%.