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.
Here you can discover what makes Balgawan unique in its vibrant Akorhi Gola-Rohtas region. You’ll see Balgawan’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 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.
Google Map of Balgawan
Population of Balgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Balgawan has a total population of about 5,162, with approximately 2,754 males and 2,408 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 875 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,070 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 57.03%, with male literacy at about 68.41% and female literacy near 44.02%. There are around 824 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.