Balood
Balood is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balood village. As per 2009 stats, Chitaloor is the gram panchayat of Balood village.
Balood has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Balood
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balood is 450063. The village spans a total geographical area of 1876.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Dantewada is nearest town to Balood village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Balood
Population of Balood
Below is a concise population overview of Balood 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 | 3,352 | 1,764 | 1,588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 218 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 800 | 469 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 1,672 | 1,073 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,680 | 691 | 989 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balood village:
- The total population of Balood village is around 3,352, including approximately 1,764 males and 1,588 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 423 children aged 0–6 years in Balood village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balood village has 46 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 800 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balood village is about 49.88%, with male literacy at 60.83% and female literacy at 37.72%.
- There are around 759 households in Balood village.
Connectivity of Balood
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balood. As per the 2011 stats, Balood 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balood
Knowing the nearby villages of Balood helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balood.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balood
- Where is Balood located?
- Balood village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balood?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balood is Chitaloor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balood?
- The pincode of Balood is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balood as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balood is 3,352, with 1,764 males and 1,588 females.
- How many households are there in Balood as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balood village has a total of 759 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balood as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balood is 49.88%. The male literacy rate is 60.83%, while the female literacy rate is 37.72%.