Bally - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Bally is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Gosaba and around 99.8 km from Alipore. Bali-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bally village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bally is 335151. The village covers a total geographical area of 944.49 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bally village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bally
According to the 2011 Census, Bally village had a total population of 6,234 people, including 3,189 males and 3,045 females, living in 1,476 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.57%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 71.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,097, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 474.
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 | 6,234 | 3,189 | 3,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 329 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,097 | 1,590 | 1,507 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 235 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 4,431 | 2,485 | 1,946 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,803 | 704 | 1,099 |
Nearby Villages of Bally
Bally 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 Bally
Bally is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Bally is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bally is about 99.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bally
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bally village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bally
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bally village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bally
Where is Bally located?
Bally village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bally?
The Gram Panchayat of Bally is Bali-ii.
What is the pincode of Bally?
The pincode of Bally is 743370.
What is the population of Bally?
Bally had a total population of 6,234, including 3,189 males and 3,045 females.
How many households are there in Bally?
Bally had 1,476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bally?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bally was 79.57%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 71.83%.