Balia Danga - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Balia Danga is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 40.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Anishmali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balia Danga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balia Danga is 322142. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.57 hectares and falls under the 741253 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balia Danga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balia Danga
As per Census 2011, Balia Danga village has a total population of 3,930 people, consisting of 1,982 males and 1,948 females. The village has 873 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,685 literate and 1,245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 957 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balia Danga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,930 | 1,982 | 1,948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 193 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 957 | 470 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 2,685 | 1,432 | 1,253 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,245 | 550 | 695 |
Nearby Villages of Balia Danga
Balia Danga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakdebagram | West | 1.09 km |
| Mondalpukuria | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Eruli | South | 1.70 km |
| Purba Puthkhali | North | 2.07 km |
| Aismali | East | 2.27 km |
| Chinapukuria | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Rakhalgachi | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Chaksaarisadanga | South | 3.10 km |
| Godpukuria | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Badbagi | North-East | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balia Danga
Balia Danga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pancheberia, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Balia Danga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Balia Danga is about 40.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balia Danga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balia Danga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balia Danga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balia Danga 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balia Danga
Where is Balia Danga located?
Balia Danga village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia Danga?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia Danga is Anishmali.
What is the pincode of Balia Danga?
The pincode of Balia Danga is 741253.
What is the population of Balia Danga?
Balia Danga has a total population of 3,930, including 1,982 males and 1,948 females.
How many households are there in Balia Danga?
There are 873 households in Balia Danga.
What is the literacy rate in Balia Danga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia Danga is 68.32%. Male literacy is 72.25% and female literacy is 64.32%.