Balkas
About Balkas
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balkas village is 523763. Balkas village is located in Olpad taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Olpad (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Balkas village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 463.11 hectares. Balkas has a total population of 846 peoples, out of which male population is 429 while female population is 417. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balkas village is 68.56% out of which 69.93% males and 67.15% females are literate. There are about 190 houses in balkas village. Pincode of balkas village locality is 394540.
When it comes to administration, Balkas 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, Balkas village comes under Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surat Lok Sabha constituency. Surat is nearest town to balkas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Balkas
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 846 | 429 | 417 |
| Children (0-6) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 155 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 300 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 129 | 137 |
Connectivity of Balkas
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balkas
Where is Balkas located?
Balkas village is situated in Olpad Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkas?
Balkas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balkas?
The pincode of Balkas is 394540, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balkas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkas is 846, with 429 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Balkas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balkas village has a total of 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkas is 68.56%. The male literacy rate is 69.93%, while the female literacy rate is 67.15%.