Balsot

Balsot is a village located in Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Banke Bazar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Pananiya is the gram panchayat of Balsot village.

Balsot has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Balsot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsot is 255914. The village spans a total geographical area of 299 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Balsot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Balsot

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,478 758 720
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 261 132 129
Scheduled Castes (SC) 387 188 199
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 539 353 186
Illiterate Population 939 405 534

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

  • The total population of Balsot village is around 1,478, including approximately 758 males and 720 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 261 children aged 0–6 years in Balsot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balsot village has 387 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balsot village is about 36.47%, with male literacy at 46.57% and female literacy at 25.83%.
  • There are around 198 households in Balsot village.

Connectivity of Balsot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsot. As per the 2011 stats, Balsot 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balsot

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

Anjan Kumbhi Parsawan Khurd Parsawan Kalan Bela Manka Bikopur Cherwar Parsa Chuan Ammakhar Barahmoria Kubri

Frequently Asked Questions about Balsot

Where is Balsot located?
Balsot village is situated in Banke Bazar Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsot?
The Gram Panchayat of Balsot is Pananiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balsot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsot is 1,478, with 758 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Balsot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balsot village has a total of 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsot is 36.47%. The male literacy rate is 46.57%, while the female literacy rate is 25.83%.