Balmo - Sarath, Deoghar
Balmo is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Devghar. Dumdumi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balmo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balmo is 355327. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.61 hectares and falls under the 814149 pincode. Jamtara is the nearest town.
Balmo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balmo
According to the 2011 Census, Balmo village had a total population of 203 people, including 108 males and 95 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.63%, with male literacy at 60.92% and female literacy at 38.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 108 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 53 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 55 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Balmo
Balmo 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 Balmo
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Balmo. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balmo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Devghar to Balmo is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balmo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balmo 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balmo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balmo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balmo
Where is Balmo located?
Balmo village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balmo?
The Gram Panchayat of Balmo is Dumdumi.
What is the pincode of Balmo?
The pincode of Balmo is 814149.
What is the population of Balmo?
Balmo had a total population of 203, including 108 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Balmo?
Balmo had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balmo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balmo was 50.63%. Male literacy was 60.92% and female literacy was 38.36%.