Balenga

Balenga is a village located in Bade Rajpur tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Visrampuree (tehsildar office) and 131km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Balenga village is also a gram panchayat.

Balenga has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Balenga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balenga is 448632. The village spans a total geographical area of 2601.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494347. Visrampuree is nearest town to Balenga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Balenga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,223 1,595 1,628
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 637 332 305
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,973 1,471 1,502
Literate Population 925 580 345
Illiterate Population 2,298 1,015 1,283

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

  • The total population of Balenga village is around 3,223, including approximately 1,595 males and 1,628 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 637 children aged 0–6 years in Balenga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balenga village has 2,973 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balenga village is about 28.70%, with male literacy at 36.36% and female literacy at 21.19%.
  • There are around 633 households in Balenga village.

Connectivity of Balenga

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

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

Nearby Villages of Balenga

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

Palana Marangpuri Kibada Dhamanpuri Taraibeda Banskot Halda Titirwand Gamhari Karmari Jodekera

Frequently Asked Questions about Balenga

Where is Balenga located?
Balenga village is situated in Bade Rajpur Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balenga?
Balenga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balenga?
The pincode of Balenga is 494347, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balenga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balenga is 3,223, with 1,595 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Balenga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balenga village has a total of 633 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balenga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balenga is 28.70%. The male literacy rate is 36.36%, while the female literacy rate is 21.19%.