Balo

Balo is a village located in Murhu subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Murhu (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Ganaloya is the gram panchayat of Balo village.

Balo 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 Balo

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balo is 375142. The village spans a total geographical area of 264 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835216. Khunti is nearest town to Balo village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balo

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 542 281 261
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 50 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 463 239 224
Literate Population 258 163 95
Illiterate Population 284 118 166

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

  • The total population of Balo village is around 542, including approximately 281 males and 261 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Balo village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balo village has 463 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balo village is about 47.60%, with male literacy at 58.01% and female literacy at 36.40%.
  • There are around 94 households in Balo village.

Connectivity of Balo

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balo

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

Darla Ghaghra Gangina Oskeya Toner Bamhari Margaon Ganaloya Gurhami Korakel Ghaghari

Frequently Asked Questions about Balo

Where is Balo located?
Balo village is situated in Murhu Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balo?
The Gram Panchayat of Balo is Ganaloya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balo?
The pincode of Balo is 835216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balo is 542, with 281 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Balo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balo village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balo as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balo is 47.60%. The male literacy rate is 58.01%, while the female literacy rate is 36.40%.