Ballabhpur - Chakdah, Nadia
Ballabhpur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hingnara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballabhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballabhpur is 322287. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.03 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ballabhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haringhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballabhpur
As per Census 2011, Ballabhpur village has a total population of 1,519 people, consisting of 793 males and 726 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballabhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,519 | 793 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,156 | 606 | 550 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 599 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 194 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Ballabhpur
Ballabhpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purulia | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Hing Nara | West | 1.05 km |
| Hariankha | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Maheshchandrapur | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Raghabpur | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Bagrabpur | South | 2.20 km |
| Darappur (ct) | North | 2.29 km |
| Srinagar | East | 2.32 km |
| Ber Baria | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Dumuria | West | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballabhpur
Ballabhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Ballabhpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Ballabhpur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballabhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballabhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ballabhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballabhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ballabhpur
Where is Ballabhpur located?
Ballabhpur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballabhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballabhpur is Hingnara.
What is the pincode of Ballabhpur?
The pincode of Ballabhpur is 741223.
What is the population of Ballabhpur?
Ballabhpur has a total population of 1,519, including 793 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Ballabhpur?
There are 364 households in Ballabhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ballabhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballabhpur is 68.93%. Male literacy is 75.54% and female literacy is 61.71%.