Balchiar

Balchiar is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Balchiar village. As per 2009 stats, Lahutara Ii is the gram panchayat of Balchiar village.

Balchiar has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Balchiar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balchiar is 309544. The village spans a total geographical area of 190.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733215. Raiganj is nearest town to Balchiar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balchiar 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 Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj 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 Balchiar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,536 793 743
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 220 111 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,106 559 547
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 83 38 45
Literate Population 774 472 302
Illiterate Population 762 321 441

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

  • The total population of Balchiar village is around 1,536, including approximately 793 males and 743 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Balchiar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balchiar village has 1,106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 83 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balchiar village is about 50.39%, with male literacy at 59.52% and female literacy at 40.65%.
  • There are around 316 households in Balchiar village.

Connectivity of Balchiar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Balchiar

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

Pargaon Bhaksala Sadhanpur Baijuar Jujharpur Rabanpur Mirzadpur Bahangaon Sadipur Dakshin Jadopur Kamartor

Frequently Asked Questions about Balchiar

Where is Balchiar located?
Balchiar village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balchiar?
The Gram Panchayat of Balchiar is Lahutara Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balchiar?
The pincode of Balchiar is 733215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balchiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balchiar is 1,536, with 793 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Balchiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balchiar village has a total of 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balchiar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balchiar is 50.39%. The male literacy rate is 59.52%, while the female literacy rate is 40.65%.