Balond
Balond is a village located in Makdi tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Makdi (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Balond village is also a gram panchayat.
Balond 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 Balond
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balond is 448890. The village spans a total geographical area of 1335.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494229. Kondagaon is nearest town to Balond village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Balond
Population of Balond
Below is a concise population overview of Balond as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,468 | 1,231 | 1,237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 201 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,094 | 1,033 | 1,061 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 657 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,386 | 574 | 812 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balond village:
- The total population of Balond village is around 2,468, including approximately 1,231 males and 1,237 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 392 children aged 0–6 years in Balond village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balond village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,094 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balond village is about 43.84%, with male literacy at 53.37% and female literacy at 34.36%.
- There are around 476 households in Balond village.
Connectivity of Balond
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balond. As per the 2011 stats, Balond 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balond
Knowing the nearby villages of Balond helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balond.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balond
- Where is Balond located?
- Balond village is situated in Makdi Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balond?
- Balond serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balond?
- The pincode of Balond is 494229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balond as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balond is 2,468, with 1,231 males and 1,237 females.
- How many households are there in Balond as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balond village has a total of 476 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balond as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balond is 43.84%. The male literacy rate is 53.37%, while the female literacy rate is 34.36%.