Balighattam
Balighattam is a village located in Narsipatnam mandal of Visakhapatnam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Narsipatnam (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Visakhapatnam.
Balighattam has its own place in the vibrant Visakhapatnam 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 Balighattam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balighattam is 585795. The village spans a total geographical area of 2547 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 531116. Anakapalle is nearest town to Balighattam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
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Population of Balighattam
Below is a concise population overview of Balighattam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,002 | 7,384 | 7,618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,499 | 761 | 738 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,228 | 584 | 644 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 742 | 360 | 382 |
| Literate Population | 9,476 | 5,067 | 4,409 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,526 | 2,317 | 3,209 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balighattam village:
- The total population of Balighattam village is around 15,002, including approximately 7,384 males and 7,618 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,499 children aged 0–6 years in Balighattam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balighattam village has 1,228 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 742 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balighattam village is about 63.16%, with male literacy at 68.62% and female literacy at 57.88%.
- There are around 4,076 households in Balighattam village.
Connectivity of Balighattam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balighattam. As per the 2011 stats, Balighattam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balighattam
Knowing the nearby villages of Balighattam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balighattam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balighattam
- Where is Balighattam located?
- Balighattam village is situated in Narsipatnam Mandal, within the Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the pincode of Balighattam?
- The pincode of Balighattam is 531116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balighattam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balighattam is 15,002, with 7,384 males and 7,618 females.
- How many households are there in Balighattam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balighattam village has a total of 4,076 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balighattam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balighattam is 63.16%. The male literacy rate is 68.62%, while the female literacy rate is 57.88%.