Balganwan

Balganwan is a village located in Gurua subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gurua (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Dubba is the gram panchayat of Balganwan village.

Balganwan 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 Balganwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balganwan is 255691. The village spans a total geographical area of 195 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Balganwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Balganwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,244 1,123 1,121
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 460 225 235
Scheduled Castes (SC) 583 296 287
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,152 630 522
Illiterate Population 1,092 493 599

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

  • The total population of Balganwan village is around 2,244, including approximately 1,123 males and 1,121 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 460 children aged 0–6 years in Balganwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balganwan village has 583 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balganwan village is about 51.34%, with male literacy at 56.10% and female literacy at 46.57%.
  • There are around 355 households in Balganwan village.

Connectivity of Balganwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balganwan. As per the 2011 stats, Balganwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balganwan

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

Ramnagar Parsawan Barhauna Tamarua Aila Dumri Bara Seni Chak Jhikatiya Shukul Khap Rupan Chak

Frequently Asked Questions about Balganwan

Where is Balganwan located?
Balganwan village is situated in Gurua Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balganwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balganwan is Dubba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balganwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balganwan is 2,244, with 1,123 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Balganwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balganwan village has a total of 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balganwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balganwan is 51.34%. The male literacy rate is 56.10%, while the female literacy rate is 46.57%.