Balaghat

Balaghat is a village located in Tufanganj I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.5km away from sub-district headquarter Tufanganj (tehsildar office) and 24.1km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Deocharai is the gram panchayat of Balaghat village.

Balaghat 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 Balaghat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaghat is 308386. The village spans a total geographical area of 213.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736159. Tufanganj is nearest town to Balaghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balaghat 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 Balaghat

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,485 784 701
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 178 88 90
Scheduled Castes (SC) 642 333 309
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 885 521 364
Illiterate Population 600 263 337

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

  • The total population of Balaghat village is around 1,485, including approximately 784 males and 701 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Balaghat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balaghat village has 642 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balaghat village is about 59.60%, with male literacy at 66.45% and female literacy at 51.93%.
  • There are around 364 households in Balaghat village.

Connectivity of Balaghat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaghat. As per the 2011 stats, Balaghat 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balaghat

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

Soladanga Chhat Panisala Nandi Chhechura Balarampur Deocharai Shikarpur Chamta Dwiparpar Nakkati Gachhi Chhat Deocharai Neplerkuthi

Frequently Asked Questions about Balaghat

Where is Balaghat located?
Balaghat village is situated in Tufanganj I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaghat is Deocharai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balaghat?
The pincode of Balaghat is 736159, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balaghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaghat is 1,485, with 784 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Balaghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balaghat village has a total of 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaghat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaghat is 59.60%. The male literacy rate is 66.45%, while the female literacy rate is 51.93%.