Ho Balkand
Ho Balkand is a village located in Hat Gamharia subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Jagarnathpur (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Dikubalkand is the gram panchayat of Ho Balkand village.
Ho Balkand has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Ho Balkand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ho Balkand is 378029. The village spans a total geographical area of 461 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833214. Chaibasa is nearest town to Ho Balkand village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ho Balkand 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 Majhganon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ho Balkand
Population of Ho Balkand
Below is a concise population overview of Ho Balkand 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 | 1,218 | 593 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 146 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 812 | 403 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 291 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 302 | 423 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ho Balkand village:
- The total population of Ho Balkand village is around 1,218, including approximately 593 males and 625 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 260 children aged 0–6 years in Ho Balkand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ho Balkand village has 812 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ho Balkand village is about 40.48%, with male literacy at 49.07% and female literacy at 32.32%.
- There are around 217 households in Ho Balkand village.
Connectivity of Ho Balkand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ho Balkand. As per the 2011 stats, Ho Balkand 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ho Balkand
Knowing the nearby villages of Ho Balkand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ho Balkand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ho Balkand
- Where is Ho Balkand located?
- Ho Balkand village is situated in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ho Balkand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ho Balkand is Dikubalkand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ho Balkand?
- The pincode of Ho Balkand is 833214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ho Balkand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ho Balkand is 1,218, with 593 males and 625 females.
- How many households are there in Ho Balkand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ho Balkand village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ho Balkand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ho Balkand is 40.48%. The male literacy rate is 49.07%, while the female literacy rate is 32.32%.