Badalpur - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Badalpur is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Deshbandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badalpur is 346741. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.9 hectares and falls under the 721429 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Badalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Egra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Badalpur village had a total population of 70 people, including 34 males and 36 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 96.55% and female literacy at 76.47%.
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 | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Badalpur
Badalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urijalkar Urf Taramridha | East | 0.70 km |
| Saharda | South | 0.77 km |
| Golagar | West | 1.16 km |
| Torasia | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Keutgerya | East | 1.59 km |
| Rasulpur | West | 1.60 km |
| Rukminipur | South | 1.69 km |
| Erenda | North | 1.96 km |
| Shushunia | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Rajendra Chak | North-East | 2.26 km |
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 Sitalpur Bengal, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Badalpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 <1 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badalpur
Where is Badalpur located?
Badalpur village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badalpur is Deshbandhu.
What is the pincode of Badalpur?
The pincode of Badalpur is 721429.
What is the population of Badalpur?
Badalpur had a total population of 70, including 34 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Badalpur?
Badalpur had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badalpur was 85.71%. Male literacy was 96.55% and female literacy was 76.47%.