Ballabhpur - Deganga, North 24 Parganas
Ballabhpur is a village situated in the Deganga subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from Deganga. Chakla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballabhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballabhpur is 323360. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.1 hectares and falls under the 743245 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Deganga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballabhpur
As per Census 2011, Ballabhpur village has a total population of 1,742 people, consisting of 884 males and 858 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,260 literate and 482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballabhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,742 | 884 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 102 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 203 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,260 | 676 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 208 | 274 |
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 bus services.
| 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 Barasat to Ballabhpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Deganga Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballabhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballabhpur is Chakla.
What is the pincode of Ballabhpur?
The pincode of Ballabhpur is 743245.
What is the population of Ballabhpur?
Ballabhpur has a total population of 1,742, including 884 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Ballabhpur?
There are 389 households in Ballabhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ballabhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballabhpur is 72.33%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 68.07%.