Balakhali - Bishnupur - I, South 24 Parganas

Balakhali is a village situated in the Bishnupur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from Bishnupur and around 16.7 km from Alipore. Julpia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balakhali village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Balakhali is 333450. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.55 hectares and falls under the 743503 pincode. Thakurpukur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.

Balakhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Balakhali

According to the 2011 Census, Balakhali village had a total population of 2,180 people, including 1,134 males and 1,046 females, living in 464 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.13%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 64.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,224.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Balakhali

Balakhali 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Balakhali

Balakhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hotar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thakurpukur to Balakhali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Balakhali is about 16.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Balakhali

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balakhali village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Balakhali

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balakhali village are given below:

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