Balchanda
Balchanda is a village located in Kursakatta subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kursakatta (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Pahusi is the gram panchayat of Balchanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Balchanda unique in its vibrant Kursakatta-Araria region. You’ll see Balchanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balchanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balchanda is 221910. The village spans a total geographical area of 308 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854331. Forbesganj is nearest town to Balchanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Balchanda
Population of Balchanda
According to the 2011 Census, Balchanda has a total population of about 2,895, with approximately 1,481 males and 1,414 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 683 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 158 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.76%, with male literacy at about 51.25% and female literacy near 33.88%. There are around 538 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balchanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,895 | 1,481 | 1,414 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 326 | 357 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,238 | 759 | 479 |
Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 722 | 935 |
Connectivity of Balchanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balchanda. As per the 2011 stats, Balchanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Balchanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Balchanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balchanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balchanda
- Where is Balchanda located?
- Balchanda village is situated in Kursakatta Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balchanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balchanda is Pahusi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balchanda?
- The pincode of Balchanda is 854331, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balchanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balchanda is 2,895, with 1,481 males and 1,414 females.
- How many households are there in Balchanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balchanda village has a total of 538 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balchanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balchanda is 42.76%. The male literacy rate is 51.25%, while the female literacy rate is 33.88%.