Balodar
Balodar is a village located in Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Barkagaon (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Mahugaikala is the gram panchayat of Balodar village.
Balodar has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh 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 Balodar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balodar is 368858. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825311. Barkagaon is nearest town to Balodar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Balodar 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 Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balodar
Population of Balodar
Below is a concise population overview of Balodar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 | 487 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 238 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 233 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 254 | 300 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balodar village:
- The total population of Balodar village is around 957, including approximately 487 males and 470 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Balodar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balodar village has 483 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 148 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balodar village is about 42.11%, with male literacy at 47.84% and female literacy at 36.17%.
- There are around 173 households in Balodar village.
Connectivity of Balodar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balodar. As per the 2011 stats, Balodar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balodar
Knowing the nearby villages of Balodar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balodar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balodar
- Where is Balodar located?
- Balodar village is situated in Barkagaon Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balodar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balodar is Mahugaikala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balodar?
- The pincode of Balodar is 825311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balodar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balodar is 957, with 487 males and 470 females.
- How many households are there in Balodar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balodar village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balodar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balodar is 42.11%. The male literacy rate is 47.84%, while the female literacy rate is 36.17%.