Balbalia

Balbalia is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.2km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 33.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Balbalia village.

Balbalia has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balbalia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balbalia is 333948. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743372. Baruipur is nearest town to Balbalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balbalia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balbalia

Below is a concise population overview of Balbalia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,759 2,408 2,351
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 694 357 337
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 2 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,608 1,374 1,234
Illiterate Population 2,151 1,034 1,117

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balbalia village:

  • The total population of Balbalia village is around 4,759, including approximately 2,408 males and 2,351 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 694 children aged 0–6 years in Balbalia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balbalia village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balbalia village is about 54.80%, with male literacy at 57.06% and female literacy at 52.49%.
  • There are around 902 households in Balbalia village.

Connectivity of Balbalia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balbalia. As per the 2011 stats, Balbalia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balbalia

Knowing the nearby villages of Balbalia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balbalia.

Sankarpur Khanpur Ratanpur Alampur Teka Durga Nor Gazirhat Dadpur Keshabpur Gangaduara

Frequently Asked Questions about Balbalia

Where is Balbalia located?
Balbalia village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balbalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balbalia is Shankarpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balbalia?
The pincode of Balbalia is 743372, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balbalia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balbalia is 4,759, with 2,408 males and 2,351 females.
How many households are there in Balbalia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balbalia village has a total of 902 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balbalia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balbalia is 54.80%. The male literacy rate is 57.06%, while the female literacy rate is 52.49%.