Balgawan

Balgawan is a village located in Akorhi Gola subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Akorhi Gola (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Balegawan is the gram panchayat of Balgawan village.

Balgawan has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Balgawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balgawan is 252480. The village spans a total geographical area of 637.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802219. Dehri is nearest town to Balgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Balgawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,162 2,754 2,408
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 875 484 391
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,070 579 491
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,944 1,884 1,060
Illiterate Population 2,218 870 1,348

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

  • The total population of Balgawan village is around 5,162, including approximately 2,754 males and 2,408 females, with a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 875 children aged 0–6 years in Balgawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balgawan village has 1,070 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balgawan village is about 57.03%, with male literacy at 68.41% and female literacy at 44.02%.
  • There are around 824 households in Balgawan village.

Connectivity of Balgawan

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

Nearby Villages of Balgawan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Balgawan

Where is Balgawan located?
Balgawan village is situated in Akorhi Gola Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balgawan is Balegawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balgawan?
The pincode of Balgawan is 802219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balgawan is 5,162, with 2,754 males and 2,408 females.
How many households are there in Balgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balgawan village has a total of 824 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balgawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balgawan is 57.03%. The male literacy rate is 68.41%, while the female literacy rate is 44.02%.