Balasi

Balasi is a village located in Mathabhanga I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.9km away from sub-district headquarter Mathabhanga (tehsildar office) and 51.5km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Hazrahat I is the gram panchayat of Balasi village.

Balasi 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 Balasi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balasi is 307914. The village spans a total geographical area of 450.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736146. Mathabhanga is nearest town to Balasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, 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 Mathabhanga 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 Balasi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,008 1,578 1,430
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 397 193 204
Scheduled Castes (SC) 967 504 463
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,954 1,116 838
Illiterate Population 1,054 462 592

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

  • The total population of Balasi village is around 3,008, including approximately 1,578 males and 1,430 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 397 children aged 0–6 years in Balasi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balasi village has 967 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balasi village is about 64.96%, with male literacy at 70.72% and female literacy at 58.60%.
  • There are around 637 households in Balasi village.

Connectivity of Balasi

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

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

Nearby Villages of Balasi

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balasi

Where is Balasi located?
Balasi village is situated in Mathabhanga I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Balasi is Hazrahat I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balasi?
The pincode of Balasi is 736146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balasi is 3,008, with 1,578 males and 1,430 females.
How many households are there in Balasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balasi village has a total of 637 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balasi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balasi is 64.96%. The male literacy rate is 70.72%, while the female literacy rate is 58.60%.