Badalpur - Ramnagar - II, Purba Medinipur
Badalpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Badalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badalpur is 347083. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.22 hectares and falls under the 721423 pincode. Digha 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.
Population of Badalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Badalpur village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 567 males and 529 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.33%, with male literacy at 96.83% and female literacy at 81.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 1,096 | 567 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 63 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 488 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 79 | 130 |
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. Badalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badalpur
Where is Badalpur located?
Badalpur village is located in Ramnagar - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badalpur?
Badalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badalpur?
The pincode of Badalpur is 721423.
What is the population of Badalpur?
Badalpur had a total population of 1,096, including 567 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Badalpur?
Badalpur had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badalpur was 89.33%. Male literacy was 96.83% and female literacy was 81.60%.