Balampur - Devipur, Deoghar
Balampur is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Daranga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balampur is 354253. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.12 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Madhupur is the nearest town.
Balampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balampur
As per Census 2011, Balampur village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 168 males and 140 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 168 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 29 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 123 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 45 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Balampur
Balampur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balampur
Balampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Balampur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balampur
Where is Balampur located?
Balampur village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balampur is Daranga.
What is the pincode of Balampur?
The pincode of Balampur is 814120.
What is the population of Balampur?
Balampur has a total population of 308, including 168 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Balampur?
There are 51 households in Balampur.
What is the literacy rate in Balampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balampur is 67.53%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 60.71%.