Balihara

Balihara is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.5km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balihara village. As per 2009 stats, Sitgram is the gram panchayat of Balihara village.

Balihara 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 Balihara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balihara is 309659. The village spans a total geographical area of 94.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733125. Raigang is nearest town to Balihara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balihara 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 Hemtabad 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 Balihara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 694 361 333
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 123 62 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 78 41 37
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 336 178 158
Illiterate Population 358 183 175

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

  • The total population of Balihara village is around 694, including approximately 361 males and 333 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Balihara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balihara village has 78 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balihara village is about 48.41%, with male literacy at 49.31% and female literacy at 47.45%.
  • There are around 150 households in Balihara village.

Connectivity of Balihara

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

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

Nearby Villages of Balihara

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

Bishnupur Kumarol Sangram Dulahpur Pakamba Deogan Barai Dwipnagar Uttar Goalpara Rampur Lohagara

Frequently Asked Questions about Balihara

Where is Balihara located?
Balihara village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balihara?
The Gram Panchayat of Balihara is Sitgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balihara?
The pincode of Balihara is 733125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balihara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balihara is 694, with 361 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Balihara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balihara village has a total of 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balihara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balihara is 48.41%. The male literacy rate is 49.31%, while the female literacy rate is 47.45%.