Balchaman
Balchaman is a village located in Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sunderbani (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Rajouri.
Balchaman has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri 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 Balchaman
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balchaman is 001634. The village spans a total geographical area of 519.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185152. Sunderbani is nearest town to Balchaman village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Balchaman
Below is a concise population overview of Balchaman 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 | 1,757 | 928 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 153 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 90 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,085 | 625 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 303 | 369 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balchaman village:
- The total population of Balchaman village is around 1,757, including approximately 928 males and 829 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 280 children aged 0–6 years in Balchaman village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balchaman village has 200 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 82 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balchaman village is about 61.75%, with male literacy at 67.35% and female literacy at 55.49%.
- There are around 409 households in Balchaman village.
Connectivity of Balchaman
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balchaman. As per the 2011 stats, Balchaman had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balchaman
Knowing the nearby villages of Balchaman helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balchaman.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balchaman
- Where is Balchaman located?
- Balchaman village is situated in Sunderbani Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Balchaman?
- The pincode of Balchaman is 185152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balchaman as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balchaman is 1,757, with 928 males and 829 females.
- How many households are there in Balchaman as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balchaman village has a total of 409 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balchaman as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balchaman is 61.75%. The male literacy rate is 67.35%, while the female literacy rate is 55.49%.