Balouda
Balouda is a village located in Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Saraipali (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Baloda is the gram panchayat of Balouda village.
Balouda has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Balouda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balouda is 445969. The village spans a total geographical area of 557.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493558. Saraipali is nearest town to Balouda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balouda 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 Saraipali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balouda
Population of Balouda
Below is a concise population overview of Balouda 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 | 2,569 | 1,272 | 1,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 168 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 180 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 628 | 316 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 1,690 | 948 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 324 | 555 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balouda village:
- The total population of Balouda village is around 2,569, including approximately 1,272 males and 1,297 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 337 children aged 0–6 years in Balouda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balouda village has 395 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 628 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balouda village is about 65.78%, with male literacy at 74.53% and female literacy at 57.21%.
- There are around 644 households in Balouda village.
Connectivity of Balouda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balouda. As per the 2011 stats, Balouda 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 Balouda
Knowing the nearby villages of Balouda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balouda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balouda
- Where is Balouda located?
- Balouda village is situated in Saraipali Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balouda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balouda is Baloda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balouda?
- The pincode of Balouda is 493558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balouda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balouda is 2,569, with 1,272 males and 1,297 females.
- How many households are there in Balouda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balouda village has a total of 644 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balouda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balouda is 65.78%. The male literacy rate is 74.53%, while the female literacy rate is 57.21%.