Balajhar
Balajhar is a village located in Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Pathalgaon (tehsildar office) and 134km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Balajhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Balajhar has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 Balajhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balajhar is 434240. The village spans a total geographical area of 1512.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496118. Pathalgaon is nearest town to Balajhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balajhar 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 Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balajhar
Population of Balajhar
Below is a concise population overview of Balajhar 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 | 2,620 | 1,304 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 192 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,850 | 919 | 931 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 697 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,469 | 607 | 862 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balajhar village:
- The total population of Balajhar village is around 2,620, including approximately 1,304 males and 1,316 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 401 children aged 0–6 years in Balajhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balajhar village has 184 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,850 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balajhar village is about 43.93%, with male literacy at 53.45% and female literacy at 34.50%.
- There are around 584 households in Balajhar village.
Connectivity of Balajhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balajhar. As per the 2011 stats, Balajhar 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 Balajhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Balajhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balajhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balajhar
- Where is Balajhar located?
- Balajhar village is situated in Pathalgaon Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balajhar?
- Balajhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balajhar?
- The pincode of Balajhar is 496118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balajhar is 2,620, with 1,304 males and 1,316 females.
- How many households are there in Balajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balajhar village has a total of 584 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balajhar is 43.93%. The male literacy rate is 53.45%, while the female literacy rate is 34.50%.