Balighattam
Balighattam is a village located in Kothavalasa mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kothavalasa (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Kottavalasa is the gram panchayat of Balighattam village.
Balighattam has its own place in the vibrant Vizianagaram 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 583075. The village spans a total geographical area of 317 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535183. Visakhapatnam is nearest town to Balighattam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km 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 | 2,054 | 1,031 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 104 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 45 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,149 | 694 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 337 | 568 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balighattam village:
- The total population of Balighattam village is around 2,054, including approximately 1,031 males and 1,023 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Balighattam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balighattam village has 105 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balighattam village is about 55.94%, with male literacy at 67.31% and female literacy at 44.48%.
- There are around 493 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Kothavalasa Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balighattam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balighattam is Kottavalasa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balighattam?
- The pincode of Balighattam is 535183, 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 2,054, with 1,031 males and 1,023 females.
- How many households are there in Balighattam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balighattam village has a total of 493 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balighattam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balighattam is 55.94%. The male literacy rate is 67.31%, while the female literacy rate is 44.48%.