Balaban Dighi
Balaban Dighi is a village located in Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Midnapore are the district & sub-district headquarters of Balaban Dighi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Banpura is the gram panchayat of Balaban Dighi village.
Here you can discover what makes Balaban Dighi unique in its vibrant Midnapore-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Balaban Dighi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balaban Dighi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaban Dighi is 339431. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapore is nearest town to Balaban Dighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balaban Dighi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharagpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Medinipur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balaban Dighi
Population of Balaban Dighi
According to the 2011 Census, Balaban Dighi has a total population of about 1,342, with approximately 677 males and 665 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.28%, with male literacy at about 81.24% and female literacy near 77.29%. There are around 293 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balaban Dighi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 677 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 94 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 550 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 127 | 151 |
Connectivity of Balaban Dighi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaban Dighi. As per the 2011 stats, Balaban Dighi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balaban Dighi
Knowing the nearby villages of Balaban Dighi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balaban Dighi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balaban Dighi
- Where is Balaban Dighi located?
- Balaban Dighi village is situated in Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balaban Dighi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balaban Dighi is Banpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balaban Dighi?
- The pincode of Balaban Dighi is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balaban Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaban Dighi is 1,342, with 677 males and 665 females.
- How many households are there in Balaban Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balaban Dighi village has a total of 293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balaban Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaban Dighi is 79.28%. The male literacy rate is 81.24%, while the female literacy rate is 77.29%.