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.
Balpet 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Balpet 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balpet village:
- The total population of Balpet village is around 1,568, including approximately 788 males and 780 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 223 children aged 0–6 years in Balpet village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balpet village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 309 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balpet village is about 50.57%, with male literacy at 62.31% and female literacy at 38.72%.
- There are around 376 households in Balpet village.
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%.