Balpet
Balpet is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balpet village. As per 2009 stats, Balpet village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Balpet unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Balpet’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 Balpet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balpet is 450070. The village spans a total geographical area of 785.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Dantewada is nearest town to Balpet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balpet village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balpet
Population of Balpet
According to the 2011 Census, Balpet has a total population of about 1,568, with approximately 788 males and 780 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 309. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.57%, with male literacy at about 62.31% and female literacy near 38.72%. There are around 376 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balpet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,568 | 788 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 121 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 153 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 491 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 297 | 478 |
Connectivity of Balpet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balpet. As per the 2011 stats, Balpet 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balpet
Knowing the nearby villages of Balpet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balpet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balpet
- Where is Balpet located?
- Balpet village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balpet?
- Balpet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balpet?
- The pincode of Balpet is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balpet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balpet is 1,568, with 788 males and 780 females.
- How many households are there in Balpet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balpet village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balpet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balpet is 50.57%. The male literacy rate is 62.31%, while the female literacy rate is 38.72%.