Balipur
Balipur is a village located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.3km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 79.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Balipur village is also a gram panchayat.
Balipur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balipur is 325877. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712415. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Balipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balipur 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 Pursurah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balipur
Population of Balipur
Below is a concise population overview of Balipur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,253 | 4,163 | 4,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 885 | 468 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,192 | 604 | 588 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,739 | 3,108 | 2,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,514 | 1,055 | 1,459 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balipur village:
- The total population of Balipur village is around 8,253, including approximately 4,163 males and 4,090 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 885 children aged 0–6 years in Balipur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balipur village has 1,192 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balipur village is about 69.54%, with male literacy at 74.66% and female literacy at 64.33%.
- There are around 1,875 households in Balipur village.
Connectivity of Balipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balipur. As per the 2011 stats, Balipur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Balipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balipur
- Where is Balipur located?
- Balipur village is situated in Khanakul I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balipur?
- Balipur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balipur?
- The pincode of Balipur is 712415, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balipur is 8,253, with 4,163 males and 4,090 females.
- How many households are there in Balipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balipur village has a total of 1,875 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balipur is 69.54%. The male literacy rate is 74.66%, while the female literacy rate is 64.33%.