Balumath
Balumath is a village located in Balumath subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Balumath (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Balumath village is also a gram panchayat.
Balumath has its own place in the vibrant Latehar 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 Balumath
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balumath is 367369. The village spans a total geographical area of 389 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Balumath is nearest town to Balumath village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Balumath 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 Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balumath
Population of Balumath
Below is a concise population overview of Balumath 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 | 9,812 | 5,071 | 4,741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,613 | 813 | 800 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,941 | 992 | 949 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 190 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 6,048 | 3,430 | 2,618 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,764 | 1,641 | 2,123 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balumath village:
- The total population of Balumath village is around 9,812, including approximately 5,071 males and 4,741 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,613 children aged 0–6 years in Balumath village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balumath village has 1,941 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 347 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balumath village is about 61.64%, with male literacy at 67.64% and female literacy at 55.22%.
- There are around 1,703 households in Balumath village.
Connectivity of Balumath
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balumath. As per the 2011 stats, Balumath had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balumath
Knowing the nearby villages of Balumath helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balumath.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balumath
- Where is Balumath located?
- Balumath village is situated in Balumath Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balumath?
- Balumath serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balumath?
- The pincode of Balumath is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balumath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balumath is 9,812, with 5,071 males and 4,741 females.
- How many households are there in Balumath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balumath village has a total of 1,703 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balumath as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balumath is 61.64%. The male literacy rate is 67.64%, while the female literacy rate is 55.22%.