Balak - Bagodar, Giridih
Balak is a village situated in the Bagodar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagodar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Alagdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balak is 352484. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.99 hectares and falls under the 825322 pincode.
Balak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balak
According to the 2011 Census, Balak village had a total population of 2,652 people, including 1,392 males and 1,260 females, living in 428 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.05%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 55.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 380, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 259.
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 | 2,652 | 1,392 | 1,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 283 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 193 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 141 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 845 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,232 | 547 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Balak
Balak 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 Balak
Balak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Balak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balak
Where is Balak located?
Balak village is located in Bagodar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balak?
The Gram Panchayat of Balak is Alagdiha.
What is the pincode of Balak?
The pincode of Balak is 825322.
What is the population of Balak?
Balak had a total population of 2,652, including 1,392 males and 1,260 females.
How many households are there in Balak?
Balak had 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balak was 66.05%. Male literacy was 76.19% and female literacy was 55.24%.