Bara Balasi

Bara Balasi is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 53.7km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 17.6km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Jiranpur is the gram panchayat of Bara Balasi village.

Here you can discover what makes Bara Balasi unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Bara Balasi’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 Bara Balasi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara Balasi is 308202. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736134. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Bara Balasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bara Balasi 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 Natabari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar 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 Bara Balasi

According to the 2011 Census, Bara Balasi has a total population of about 1,058, with approximately 562 males and 496 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 316 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.99%, with male literacy at about 69.57% and female literacy near 57.66%. There are around 257 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bara Balasi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,058 562 496
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 111 63 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 316 162 154
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 677 391 286
Illiterate Population 381 171 210

Connectivity of Bara Balasi

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bara Balasi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bara Balasi

Where is Bara Balasi located?
Bara Balasi village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Balasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Balasi is Jiranpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bara Balasi?
The pincode of Bara Balasi is 736134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bara Balasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara Balasi is 1,058, with 562 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Bara Balasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bara Balasi village has a total of 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Balasi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara Balasi is 63.99%. The male literacy rate is 69.57%, while the female literacy rate is 57.66%.