Balagam
About Balagam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balagam village is 514721. Balagam village is located in Keshod taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Keshod (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Balagam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2289.65 hectares. Balagam has a total population of 5,187 peoples, out of which male population is 2,688 while female population is 2,499. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 929 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balagam village is 62.37% out of which 69.53% males and 54.66% females are literate. There are about 1,126 houses in balagam village. Pincode of balagam village locality is 362220.
When it comes to administration, Balagam 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, Balagam village comes under Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency & Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency. Bantwa is nearest town to balagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Balagam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,187 | 2,688 | 2,499 |
| Children (0-6) | 515 | 285 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 264 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3,235 | 1,869 | 1,366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,952 | 819 | 1,133 |
Connectivity of Balagam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balagam
Where is Balagam located?
Balagam village is situated in Keshod Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balagam?
Balagam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balagam?
The pincode of Balagam is 362220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balagam is 5,187, with 2,688 males and 2,499 females.
How many households are there in Balagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balagam village has a total of 1,126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balagam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balagam is 62.37%. The male literacy rate is 69.53%, while the female literacy rate is 54.66%.