Balabhut
Balabhut is a village located in Tufanganj I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.7km away from sub-district headquarter Tufanganj (tehsildar office) and 36.4km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Balabhut village is also a gram panchayat.
Balabhut 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 Balabhut
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balabhut is 308400. The village spans a total geographical area of 1768.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736159. Tufanganj is nearest town to Balabhut village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balabhut 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 Tufanganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alipurduars Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balabhut
Population of Balabhut
Below is a concise population overview of Balabhut as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,008 | 5,182 | 4,826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,460 | 752 | 708 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,717 | 877 | 840 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,493 | 3,079 | 2,414 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,515 | 2,103 | 2,412 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balabhut village:
- The total population of Balabhut village is around 10,008, including approximately 5,182 males and 4,826 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,460 children aged 0–6 years in Balabhut village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balabhut village has 1,717 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balabhut village is about 54.89%, with male literacy at 59.42% and female literacy at 50.02%.
- There are around 2,293 households in Balabhut village.
Connectivity of Balabhut
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balabhut. As per the 2011 stats, Balabhut had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balabhut
Knowing the nearby villages of Balabhut helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balabhut.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balabhut
- Where is Balabhut located?
- Balabhut village is situated in Tufanganj I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balabhut?
- Balabhut serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balabhut?
- The pincode of Balabhut is 736159, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balabhut as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balabhut is 10,008, with 5,182 males and 4,826 females.
- How many households are there in Balabhut as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balabhut village has a total of 2,293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balabhut as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balabhut is 54.89%. The male literacy rate is 59.42%, while the female literacy rate is 50.02%.