Balsamund

Balsamund is a village located in Bemetara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Bemetara (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Balsamund village is also a gram panchayat.

Balsamund has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Balsamund

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsamund is 441987. The village spans a total geographical area of 811.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491335. Bemetara is nearest town to Balsamund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balsamund 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 Nawagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balsamund

Below is a concise population overview of Balsamund as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,591 781 810
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 270 126 144
Scheduled Castes (SC) 148 68 80
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 5 5
Literate Population 933 550 383
Illiterate Population 658 231 427

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balsamund village:

  • The total population of Balsamund village is around 1,591, including approximately 781 males and 810 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 270 children aged 0–6 years in Balsamund village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balsamund village has 148 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balsamund village is about 58.64%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 47.28%.
  • There are around 308 households in Balsamund village.

Connectivity of Balsamund

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsamund. As per the 2011 stats, Balsamund 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balsamund

Knowing the nearby villages of Balsamund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balsamund.

Frequently Asked Questions about Balsamund

Where is Balsamund located?
Balsamund village is situated in Bemetara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsamund?
Balsamund serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balsamund?
The pincode of Balsamund is 491335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balsamund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsamund is 1,591, with 781 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Balsamund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balsamund village has a total of 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsamund as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsamund is 58.64%. The male literacy rate is 70.42%, while the female literacy rate is 47.28%.