Balajhar
About Balajhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balajhar village is 434240. Balajhar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1512.51 hectares. Balajhar has a total population of 2,620 peoples, out of which male population is 1,304 while female population is 1,316. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balajhar village is 43.93% out of which 53.45% males and 34.50% females are literate. There are about 584 houses in balajhar village. Pincode of balajhar village locality is 496118.
When it comes to administration, Balajhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balajhar village comes under Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Pathalgaon is nearest town to balajhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Balajhar
The population details of Balajhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,620 | 1,304 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 401 | 192 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,850 | 919 | 931 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 697 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,469 | 607 | 862 |
Connectivity of Balajhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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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%.