Balkoa
Balkoa is a village located in Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mohanpur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Ladu is the gram panchayat of Balkoa village.
Balkoa 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 Balkoa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balkoa is 257122. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares. Bodhgaya is nearest town to Balkoa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Balkoa
Population of Balkoa
Below is a concise population overview of Balkoa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 652 | 324 | 328 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 62 | 43 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 119 | 132 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 269 | 155 | 114 |
Illiterate Population | 383 | 169 | 214 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balkoa village:
- The total population of Balkoa village is around 652, including approximately 324 males and 328 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Balkoa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balkoa village has 251 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balkoa village is about 41.26%, with male literacy at 47.84% and female literacy at 34.76%.
- There are around 125 households in Balkoa village.
Connectivity of Balkoa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balkoa. As per the 2011 stats, Balkoa 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 Balkoa
Knowing the nearby villages of Balkoa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balkoa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balkoa
- Where is Balkoa located?
- Balkoa village is situated in Mohanpur Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balkoa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balkoa is Ladu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balkoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkoa is 652, with 324 males and 328 females.
- How many households are there in Balkoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balkoa village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balkoa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkoa is 41.26%. The male literacy rate is 47.84%, while the female literacy rate is 34.76%.