Balagari Char Village - Chakdah, Nadia
Balagari Char is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 38.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Chanduria-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balagari Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balagari Char is 322170. The village covers a total geographical area of 699.71 hectares and falls under the 741248 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balagari Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balagari Char
As per Census 2011, Balagari Char village has a total population of 5,305 people, consisting of 2,761 males and 2,544 females. The village has 1,377 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,961 literate and 1,344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balagari Char are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,305 | 2,761 | 2,544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 208 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3,961 | 2,159 | 1,802 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,344 | 602 | 742 |
Nearby Villages of Balagari Char
Balagari Char is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gour Nagar | West | 1.07 km |
| Uttarghugia (p) | East | 1.56 km |
| Jagapur | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Char Gaur Nagar | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Palagachha | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Par Niamatpur | North | 2.49 km |
| Niamatpur | North | 2.52 km |
| Ukhil Nara | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Nakadi | North | 2.77 km |
| Chandrapur | East | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balagari Char
Balagari Char is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Balagari Char is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Balagari Char is about 38.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balagari Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balagari Char village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balagari Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balagari Char village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balagari Char
Where is Balagari Char located?
Balagari Char village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balagari Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Balagari Char is Chanduria-i.
What is the pincode of Balagari Char?
The pincode of Balagari Char is 741248.
What is the population of Balagari Char?
Balagari Char has a total population of 5,305, including 2,761 males and 2,544 females.
How many households are there in Balagari Char?
There are 1,377 households in Balagari Char.
What is the literacy rate in Balagari Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balagari Char is 74.67%. Male literacy is 78.20% and female literacy is 70.83%.