Bali Pal - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Bali Pal is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kharbandhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bali Pal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bali Pal is 340563. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.86 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bali Pal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bali Pal
As per Census 2011, Bali Pal village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 534 males and 492 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 632 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 375 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bali Pal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 534 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 58 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 129 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 184 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 356 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 178 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Bali Pal
Bali Pal 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 Bali Pal
Bali Pal 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Bali Pal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bali Pal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bali Pal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bali Pal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bali Pal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bali Pal
Where is Bali Pal located?
Bali Pal village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bali Pal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bali Pal is Kharbandhi.
What is the pincode of Bali Pal?
The pincode of Bali Pal is 721517.
What is the population of Bali Pal?
Bali Pal has a total population of 1,026, including 534 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Bali Pal?
There are 253 households in Bali Pal.
What is the literacy rate in Bali Pal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bali Pal is 61.60%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 56.10%.