Balakundi

Balakundi is a village located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.3km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Okrabari is the gram panchayat of Balakundi village.

Balakundi has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Balakundi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balakundi is 308551. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736173. Dinhata is nearest town to Balakundi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balakundi 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 Sitai 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 Balakundi

Below is a concise population overview of Balakundi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,256 1,158 1,098
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 253 127 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) 143 76 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,397 770 627
Illiterate Population 859 388 471

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balakundi village:

  • The total population of Balakundi village is around 2,256, including approximately 1,158 males and 1,098 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Balakundi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balakundi village has 143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balakundi village is about 61.92%, with male literacy at 66.49% and female literacy at 57.10%.
  • There are around 544 households in Balakundi village.

Connectivity of Balakundi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balakundi. As per the 2011 stats, Balakundi 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balakundi

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

Atharabari Banidas Gokunda Gokura Bara Phalimari Chandra Naryan Dukha Bholar Kuthi Dhamailgachh Panchadhwaji Jarihallanadi Daribash Prothamkhanda

Frequently Asked Questions about Balakundi

Where is Balakundi located?
Balakundi village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balakundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Balakundi is Okrabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balakundi?
The pincode of Balakundi is 736173, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balakundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balakundi is 2,256, with 1,158 males and 1,098 females.
How many households are there in Balakundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balakundi village has a total of 544 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balakundi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balakundi is 61.92%. The male literacy rate is 66.49%, while the female literacy rate is 57.10%.