Beladanga - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Beladanga is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.5 km from Baru and around 32.8 km from Alipore. Dakshin Barasat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beladanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beladanga is 334907. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.78 hectares and falls under the 743372 pincode. Jayanagar Majil is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Beladanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beladanga
According to the 2011 Census, Beladanga village had a total population of 4,754 people, including 2,410 males and 2,344 females, living in 1,136 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.68%, with male literacy at 94.42% and female literacy at 84.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,478.
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 | 4,754 | 2,410 | 2,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 207 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,478 | 1,281 | 1,197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,892 | 2,080 | 1,812 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 330 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Beladanga
Beladanga 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 Beladanga
Beladanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Beladanga has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jayanagar Majil to Beladanga is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Beladanga is about 32.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beladanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beladanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beladanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beladanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beladanga
Where is Beladanga located?
Beladanga village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beladanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Beladanga is Dakshin Barasat.
What is the pincode of Beladanga?
The pincode of Beladanga is 743372.
What is the population of Beladanga?
Beladanga had a total population of 4,754, including 2,410 males and 2,344 females.
How many households are there in Beladanga?
Beladanga had 1,136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beladanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beladanga was 89.68%. Male literacy was 94.42% and female literacy was 84.79%.