Balundra

Balundra is a village located in Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Iqbalgadh (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Balundra village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Balundra unique in its vibrant Amirgadh-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Balundra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Balundra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balundra is 507766. The village spans a total geographical area of 391.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385135. Palanpur is nearest town to Balundra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balundra 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 Danta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadhada 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 Balundra

According to the 2011 Census, Balundra has a total population of about 2,055, with approximately 1,078 males and 977 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 341 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 569. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.86%, with male literacy at about 61.13% and female literacy near 35.31%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balundra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,055 1,078 977
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 341 179 162
Scheduled Castes (SC) 213 117 96
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 569 282 287
Literate Population 1,004 659 345
Illiterate Population 1,051 419 632

Connectivity of Balundra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balundra. As per the 2011 stats, Balundra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balundra

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Balundra

Where is Balundra located?
Balundra village is situated in Amirgadh Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balundra?
Balundra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balundra?
The pincode of Balundra is 385135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balundra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balundra is 2,055, with 1,078 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Balundra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balundra village has a total of 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balundra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balundra is 48.86%. The male literacy rate is 61.13%, while the female literacy rate is 35.31%.