Balatol - Jamua, Giridih
Balatol is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Chittardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balatol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balatol is 351373. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.07 hectares and falls under the 815318 pincode.
Balatol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balatol
As per Census 2011, Balatol village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 87 males and 89 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 72 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balatol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 64 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 23 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Balatol
Balatol 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 Balatol
Public transport in the Balatol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Balatol 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 Balatol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balatol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balatol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balatol 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balatol
Where is Balatol located?
Balatol village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balatol?
The Gram Panchayat of Balatol is Chittardih.
What is the pincode of Balatol?
The pincode of Balatol is 815318.
What is the population of Balatol?
Balatol has a total population of 176, including 87 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Balatol?
There are 20 households in Balatol.
What is the literacy rate in Balatol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balatol is 59.09%. Male literacy is 73.56% and female literacy is 44.94%.