Balu
About Balu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balu village is 367378. Balu village is located in Balumath subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Balumath. Balumath is the sub-district headquarter of Balu village. As per 2009 stats, Balu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2825.57 hectares. Balu has a total population of 6,288 peoples, out of which male population is 3,175 while female population is 3,113. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 980 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balu village is 37.25% out of which 45.26% males and 29.07% females are literate. There are about 1,104 houses in balu village. Pincode of balu village locality is 822126.
When it comes to administration, Balu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balu village comes under Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chatra Lok Sabha constituency. Balumath is nearest town to balu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balu
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,288 | 3,175 | 3,113 |
| Literate Population | 2,342 | 1,437 | 905 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,946 | 1,738 | 2,208 |
Connectivity of Balu
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balu
Where is Balu located?
Balu village is situated in Balumath Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balu?
Balu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balu?
The pincode of Balu is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balu is 6,288, with 3,175 males and 3,113 females.
How many households are there in Balu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balu village has a total of 1,104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balu is 37.25%. The male literacy rate is 45.26%, while the female literacy rate is 29.07%.