Ballabhpur - Santipur, Nadia
Ballabhpur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Arbandi-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballabhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballabhpur is 321966. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.82 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Taherpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ballabhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballabhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ballabhpur village had a total population of 1,415 people, including 734 males and 681 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.43%, with male literacy at 82.88% and female literacy at 71.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 717, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,415 | 734 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 717 | 362 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 995 | 552 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 182 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Ballabhpur
Ballabhpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
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 located within 2-5 km of Ballabhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Taherpur to Ballabhpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Ballabhpur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ballabhpur
Where is Ballabhpur located?
Ballabhpur village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ballabhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballabhpur is Arbandi-i.
What is the pincode of Ballabhpur?
The pincode of Ballabhpur is 741404.
What is the population of Ballabhpur?
Ballabhpur had a total population of 1,415, including 734 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Ballabhpur?
Ballabhpur had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ballabhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballabhpur was 77.43%. Male literacy was 82.88% and female literacy was 71.57%.