Ballabhpur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Ballabhpur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from Bongaon and around 50.4 km from Barasat. Kalupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballabhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballabhpur is 322574. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.96 hectares and falls under the 743245 pincode. Bongoan is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Bangaon Dakshin 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 1,268 people, consisting of 668 males and 600 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 910 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 689 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballabhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,268 | 668 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 359 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 910 | 518 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 150 | 208 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Jiala | North | 1.09 km |
| Harishpur Chak | West | 1.57 km |
| Mondalpara | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Dharmmapur | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Hanidanga | North | 2.66 km |
| Phulsara | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Kalupur | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Belta | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Simuliapara | South | 3.32 km |
| Barasehana | South-East | 3.32 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 42.5 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongoan to Ballabhpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Ballabhpur is about 50.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ballabhpur
Where is Ballabhpur located?
Ballabhpur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballabhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballabhpur is Kalupur.
What is the pincode of Ballabhpur?
The pincode of Ballabhpur is 743245.
What is the population of Ballabhpur?
Ballabhpur has a total population of 1,268, including 668 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Ballabhpur?
There are 307 households in Ballabhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ballabhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballabhpur is 71.77%. Male literacy is 77.54% and female literacy is 65.33%.