Badalpur - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Badalpur is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Mahisagot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badalpur is 346106. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.02 hectares and falls under the 721403 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Badalpur village had a total population of 790 people, including 416 males and 374 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.15%, with male literacy at 95.81% and female literacy at 81.60%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 416 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 366 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 50 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Badalpur
Badalpur 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 Badalpur
Badalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Badalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badalpur 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 Badalpur
Where is Badalpur located?
Badalpur village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badalpur is Mahisagot.
What is the pincode of Badalpur?
The pincode of Badalpur is 721403.
What is the population of Badalpur?
Badalpur had a total population of 790, including 416 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Badalpur?
Badalpur had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badalpur was 89.15%. Male literacy was 95.81% and female literacy was 81.60%.