Balanga

Balanga is a village located in Murhu subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from Khunti, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balanga village. As per 2009 stats, Kuda is the gram panchayat of Balanga village.

Balanga has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 Balanga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balanga is 375097. The village spans a total geographical area of 431 hectares. Murhu is nearest town to Balanga village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balanga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 785 398 387
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 81 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 751 381 370
Literate Population 201 146 55
Illiterate Population 584 252 332

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

  • The total population of Balanga village is around 785, including approximately 398 males and 387 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Balanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balanga village has 751 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balanga village is about 25.61%, with male literacy at 36.68% and female literacy at 14.21%.
  • There are around 165 households in Balanga village.

Connectivity of Balanga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balanga. As per the 2011 stats, Balanga 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balanga

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

Pirihatu Kudda Jiuri Kotna Otongora Burju Kundibartoli Kudahatu Ayubhatu Saprum Bhursa

Frequently Asked Questions about Balanga

Where is Balanga located?
Balanga village is situated in Murhu Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Balanga is Kuda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balanga is 785, with 398 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Balanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balanga village has a total of 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balanga is 25.61%. The male literacy rate is 36.68%, while the female literacy rate is 14.21%.