Village code 308551

Balakundi Village, Dinhata - I Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Balakundi is a village in Dinhata - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Koch Bihar district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Balakundi village map in West Bengal
Balakundi village map image for Dinhata - I Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Balakundi is a village in Dinhata - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Koch Bihar district, West Bengal. For Balakundi, the population is 2,256, PIN code is 736173 and Census village code is 308551. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Balakundi village
Village code308551
PIN code736173
Population2,256
Households544
Area159.03 ha / 1.59 sq. km / 393 acres
Population density1,419 people per sq. km
Sex ratio948 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townDinhata (10 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtKoch Bihar
Census 2011 districtKoch Bihar

Postal and PIN Code Details

Census 2011 reports PIN code 736173 for Balakundi. This PIN was not matched in the local India Post reference file, so please verify it through India Post before using it for address or service work.

Postal details for Balakundi village
PIN code736173
Postal matchNo matching post office record found in the local India Post PIN reference file

Location and Administration

Balakundi comes under Balakundi gram panchayat and Dinhata - I C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Dinhata - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Dinhata at 10.30 km. The Census district headquarters, Cooch Behar, is 34 km away.

Administrative details for Balakundi
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtKoch Bihar
Census 2011 districtKoch Bihar
State code19
District code329
Block / Census sub-district code2187
C.D. Block code34
Block panchayat code34

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Balakundi village and its household count.

Total population

2,256 residents in 544 households

Male population

1,158

Female population

1,098

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 143; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Balakundi
ASHA workerAvailable
Medicine shop1

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Balakundi
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeAvailable
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Balakundi
Treated tap waterAvailable
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power18 hours per day
Winter domestic power20 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Balakundi
Net area sown119.27 hectares
Unirrigated area119.27 hectares
Non-agricultural area34.99 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropJute
Third cropTobacco

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Balakundi
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Panchahaji, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Gokunda, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Gokunda, within 5 km.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Balakundi

Dinhata (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Dinhata is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Balakundi
Nearest major townDinhata (10 km)
Block headquartersDinhata (10.30 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Balakundi. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Balakundi
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree2
Non Government Medical Facilities Traditional Practitioner and Faith Healer1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop1
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSCAvailable
Community Toilet Complex Including Bath for General PublicAvailable
Community Toilet Complex Excluding Bath for General PublicAvailable
Post OfficeAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
VansAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Balakundi village located?

Balakundi is located in Dinhata - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Koch Bihar.

Which Block is Balakundi in?

Balakundi is in Dinhata - I Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Balakundi in?

District: Koch Bihar.

What is the village code of Balakundi?

The Census village code of Balakundi is 308551.

What is the PIN code of Balakundi?

The PIN code reported for Balakundi is 736173.

What is the population of Balakundi?

Balakundi has 2,256 residents in 544 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Balakundi?

The nearest statutory town to Balakundi is Dinhata (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Balakundi?

The main crops reported for Balakundi are Paddy, Jute, and Tobacco.

What land-use details are available for Balakundi?

Land-use details for Balakundi include net area sown: 119.27 hectares and unirrigated area: 119.27 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Balakundi?

Government primary school status for Balakundi is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Balakundi?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Balakundi?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Balakundi?

The total geographical area of Balakundi is 159.03 hectares.

How many households are in Balakundi?

Balakundi has 544 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Balakundi?

Treated tap water is available in the village.

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