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.
Here you can discover what makes Balenga unique in its vibrant Bade Rajpur-Bastar region. You’ll see Balenga’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 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.
Google Map of Balenga
Population of Balenga
According to the 2011 Census, Balenga has a total population of about 3,223, with approximately 1,595 males and 1,628 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 637 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,973. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.70%, with male literacy at about 36.36% and female literacy near 21.19%. There are around 633 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balenga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.