Baldi - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Baldi is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Nota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baldi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baldi is 340425. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.11 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Baldi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baldi
According to the 2011 Census, Baldi village had a total population of 157 people, including 86 males and 71 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 93.90% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 77 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 9 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Baldi
Baldi 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 Baldi
Baldi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Baldi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baldi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baldi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baldi
Where is Baldi located?
Baldi village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baldi?
The Gram Panchayat of Baldi is Nota.
What is the pincode of Baldi?
The pincode of Baldi is 721517.
What is the population of Baldi?
Baldi had a total population of 157, including 86 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Baldi?
Baldi had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baldi was 83.33%. Male literacy was 93.90% and female literacy was 70.59%.