Balichara
Balichara is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 21.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Mahanad is the gram panchayat of Balichara village.
Balichara 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 Balichara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balichara is 325136. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.76 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Balichara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balichara 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 Saptagram 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.
Google Map of Balichara
Population of Balichara
Below is a concise population overview of Balichara 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 | 437 | 209 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 71 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 278 | 138 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 71 | 88 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balichara village:
- The total population of Balichara village is around 437, including approximately 209 males and 228 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Balichara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balichara village has 161 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balichara village is about 63.62%, with male literacy at 66.03% and female literacy at 61.40%.
- There are around 105 households in Balichara village.
Connectivity of Balichara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balichara. As per the 2011 stats, Balichara 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 Balichara
Knowing the nearby villages of Balichara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balichara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balichara
- Where is Balichara located?
- Balichara village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balichara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balichara is Mahanad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balichara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balichara is 437, with 209 males and 228 females.
- How many households are there in Balichara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balichara village has a total of 105 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balichara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balichara is 63.62%. The male literacy rate is 66.03%, while the female literacy rate is 61.40%.