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
According to the 2011 Census, Balidaghata village had a total population of 1,183 people, including 616 males and 567 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.51%, with male literacy at 75.98% and female literacy at 64.53%.
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 | 1,183 | 616 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 104 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,183, including 616 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Balidaghata?
Balidaghata had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balidaghata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balidaghata was 70.51%. Male literacy was 75.98% and female literacy was 64.53%.