Balankel
Balankel is a village located in Rania subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3.5km away from sub-district headquarter Rania (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Jaipur is the gram panchayat of Balankel village.
Balankel 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 Balankel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balankel is 374992. The village spans a total geographical area of 594 hectares. Rania is nearest town to Balankel village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balankel
Below is a concise population overview of Balankel 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 | 1,301 | 661 | 640 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 105 | 96 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 895 | 449 | 446 |
Literate Population | 720 | 435 | 285 |
Illiterate Population | 581 | 226 | 355 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balankel village:
- The total population of Balankel village is around 1,301, including approximately 661 males and 640 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Balankel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balankel village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 895 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balankel village is about 55.34%, with male literacy at 65.81% and female literacy at 44.53%.
- There are around 274 households in Balankel village.
Connectivity of Balankel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balankel. As per the 2011 stats, Balankel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balankel
Knowing the nearby villages of Balankel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balankel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balankel
- Where is Balankel located?
- Balankel village is situated in Rania Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balankel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balankel is Jaipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balankel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balankel is 1,301, with 661 males and 640 females.
- How many households are there in Balankel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balankel village has a total of 274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balankel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balankel is 55.34%. The male literacy rate is 65.81%, while the female literacy rate is 44.53%.