Balisha
Balisha is a village located in Habra Ii subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.6km away from sub-district headquarter Guma (tehsildar office) and 11.8km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Rajibpur Bira is the gram panchayat of Balisha village.
Balisha has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balisha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balisha is 322977. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743702. Barasat is nearest town to Balisha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Balisha
Population of Balisha
Below is a concise population overview of Balisha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,480 | 1,278 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 180 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,694 | 883 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 395 | 391 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balisha village:
- The total population of Balisha village is around 2,480, including approximately 1,278 males and 1,202 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 340 children aged 0–6 years in Balisha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balisha village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balisha village is about 68.31%, with male literacy at 69.09% and female literacy at 67.47%.
- There are around 541 households in Balisha village.
Connectivity of Balisha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balisha. As per the 2011 stats, Balisha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balisha
Knowing the nearby villages of Balisha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balisha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balisha
- Where is Balisha located?
- Balisha village is situated in Habra Ii Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balisha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balisha is Rajibpur Bira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balisha?
- The pincode of Balisha is 743702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balisha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balisha is 2,480, with 1,278 males and 1,202 females.
- How many households are there in Balisha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balisha village has a total of 541 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balisha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balisha is 68.31%. The male literacy rate is 69.09%, while the female literacy rate is 67.47%.