Balwagarha

Balwagarha is a village located in Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanwar (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Pandeydih is the gram panchayat of Balwagarha village.

Balwagarha has its own place in the vibrant Giridih 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 Balwagarha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwagarha is 351094. The village spans a total geographical area of 71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825412. Dhanwar is nearest town to Balwagarha village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Balwagarha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balwagarha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 523 269 254
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 39 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 477 250 227
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 200 125 75
Illiterate Population 323 144 179

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

  • The total population of Balwagarha village is around 523, including approximately 269 males and 254 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Balwagarha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balwagarha village has 477 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balwagarha village is about 38.24%, with male literacy at 46.47% and female literacy at 29.53%.
  • There are around 82 households in Balwagarha village.

Connectivity of Balwagarha

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balwagarha

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Balwagarha

Where is Balwagarha located?
Balwagarha village is situated in Dhanwar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balwagarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Balwagarha is Pandeydih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balwagarha?
The pincode of Balwagarha is 825412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balwagarha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwagarha is 523, with 269 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Balwagarha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balwagarha village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwagarha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwagarha is 38.24%. The male literacy rate is 46.47%, while the female literacy rate is 29.53%.