Balaghat
About Balaghat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balaghat village is 308386. Balaghat village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 213.93 hectares. Balaghat has a total population of 1,485 peoples, out of which male population is 784 while female population is 701. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 894 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balaghat village is 59.60% out of which 66.45% males and 51.93% females are literate. There are about 364 houses in balaghat village. Pincode of balaghat village locality is 736159.
When it comes to administration, Balaghat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balaghat village comes under Natabari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency. Tufanganj is nearest town to balaghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Balaghat
The population details of Balaghat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,485 | 784 | 701 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 642 | 333 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 885 | 521 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 263 | 337 |
Connectivity of Balaghat
| 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 |
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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%.