Balijor

Balijor is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Bankijore is the gram panchayat of Balijor village.

Balijor has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Balijor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balijor is 370830. The village spans a total geographical area of 186.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814119. Dumka is nearest town to Balijor village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balijor

Below is a concise population overview of Balijor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 725 369 356
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 60 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 714 365 349
Literate Population 419 241 178
Illiterate Population 306 128 178

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balijor village:

  • The total population of Balijor village is around 725, including approximately 369 males and 356 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Balijor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balijor village has 714 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balijor village is about 57.79%, with male literacy at 65.31% and female literacy at 50.00%.
  • There are around 163 households in Balijor village.

Connectivity of Balijor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balijor. As per the 2011 stats, Balijor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balijor

Knowing the nearby villages of Balijor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balijor.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balijor

Where is Balijor located?
Balijor village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balijor?
The Gram Panchayat of Balijor is Bankijore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balijor?
The pincode of Balijor is 814119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balijor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balijor is 725, with 369 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Balijor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balijor village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balijor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balijor is 57.79%. The male literacy rate is 65.31%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.