Balidaghata - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Balidaghata is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.4 km from Canning and around 53.7 km from Alipore. Deuli-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balidaghata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balidaghata is 333832. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.17 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Balidaghata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balidaghata
As per Census 2011, Balidaghata village has a total population of 1,183 people, consisting of 616 males and 567 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 492 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balidaghata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,183 | 616 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 104 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 389 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 227 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Balidaghata
Balidaghata 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 Balidaghata
Balidaghata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Canning to Balidaghata is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Balidaghata is about 53.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balidaghata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balidaghata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balidaghata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balidaghata 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 Balidaghata
Where is Balidaghata located?
Balidaghata village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balidaghata?
The Gram Panchayat of Balidaghata is Deuli-ii.
What is the pincode of Balidaghata?
The pincode of Balidaghata is 743329.
What is the population of Balidaghata?
Balidaghata has a total population of 1,183, including 616 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Balidaghata?
There are 199 households in Balidaghata.
What is the literacy rate in Balidaghata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balidaghata is 58.41%. Male literacy is 63.15% and female literacy is 53.26%.