Balidanga

Balidanga is a village located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 42.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Gudubari I is the gram panchayat of Balidanga village.

Here you can discover what makes Balidanga unique in its vibrant Dhaniakhali-Hugli region. You’ll see Balidanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Balidanga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balidanga is 324541. The village spans a total geographical area of 162.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712308. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Balidanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balidanga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balidanga

According to the 2011 Census, Balidanga has a total population of about 1,731, with approximately 886 males and 845 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 577 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 259. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.20%, with male literacy at about 72.12% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 403 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balidanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,731 886 845
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 161 68 93
Scheduled Castes (SC) 577 298 279
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 259 128 131
Literate Population 1,146 639 507
Illiterate Population 585 247 338

Connectivity of Balidanga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balidanga. As per the 2011 stats, Balidanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balidanga

Knowing the nearby villages of Balidanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balidanga.

Frequently Asked Questions about Balidanga

Where is Balidanga located?

Balidanga village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Balidanga?

The Gram Panchayat of Balidanga is Gudubari I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Balidanga?

The pincode of Balidanga is 712308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Balidanga as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balidanga is 1,731, with 886 males and 845 females.

How many households are there in Balidanga as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Balidanga village has a total of 403 households.

What is the literacy rate in Balidanga as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balidanga is 66.20%. The male literacy rate is 72.12%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.