Balianpur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Balianpur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.2 km from Bongaon and around 60.3 km from Barasat. Ganganandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balianpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balianpur is 322591. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.77 hectares and falls under the 743251 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Balianpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balianpur
As per Census 2011, Balianpur village has a total population of 1,878 people, consisting of 958 males and 920 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,266 literate and 612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 998 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balianpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,878 | 958 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 998 | 496 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 685 | 581 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 273 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Balianpur
Balianpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saishpur | West | 1.15 km |
| Majdob | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Chitrangapur | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Mahatpur | East | 1.44 km |
| Panpara | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Bikrampur | North | 1.96 km |
| Arsali | North | 2.02 km |
| Monaharpur | South | 2.02 km |
| Kuchiamora | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Ambikapur Mamudpur | North-East | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balianpur
Balianpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankim Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongaon to Balianpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Balianpur is about 60.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balianpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balianpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balianpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balianpur 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 Balianpur
Where is Balianpur located?
Balianpur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balianpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balianpur is Ganganandapur.
What is the pincode of Balianpur?
The pincode of Balianpur is 743251.
What is the population of Balianpur?
Balianpur has a total population of 1,878, including 958 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Balianpur?
There are 462 households in Balianpur.
What is the literacy rate in Balianpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balianpur is 67.41%. Male literacy is 71.50% and female literacy is 63.15%.