Balood - Dantewada, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Balood is a village situated in the Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Dantewada, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Balood village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balood is 450063. The village covers a total geographical area of 1876.53 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Balood village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balood
As per Census 2011, Balood village has a total population of 3,352 people, consisting of 1,764 males and 1,588 females. The village has 759 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 423 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,672 literate and 1,680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 800 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balood are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balood
Balood is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balpet | North | 2.80 km |
| Murki | South | 3.01 km |
| Bhairamband | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Chitaloor | East | 3.79 km |
| Matenar | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Karnjener | South-West | 5.44 km |
| Teknar | North-West | 5.45 km |
| Gumda | North-East | 5.87 km |
| Badegodre | South-East | 6.30 km |
| Fulnar | South-East | 6.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balood
Balood is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dantewara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Balood is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balood
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balood village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balood
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balood village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balood
Where is Balood located?
Balood village is located in Dantewada Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balood?
Balood is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balood?
The pincode of Balood is 494449.
What is the population of Balood?
Balood has a total population of 3,352, including 1,764 males and 1,588 females.
How many households are there in Balood?
There are 759 households in Balood.
What is the literacy rate in Balood?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balood is 49.88%. Male literacy is 60.83% and female literacy is 37.72%.