Ballam

Ballam is a village located in Ghatshila subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatshila (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Karaduba is the gram panchayat of Ballam village.

Ballam has its own place in the vibrant Purbi 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 Ballam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ballam is 363505. The village spans a total geographical area of 171 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832303. Ghatshila is nearest town to Ballam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ballam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 423 207 216
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 31 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 372 184 188
Literate Population 243 140 103
Illiterate Population 180 67 113

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

  • The total population of Ballam village is around 423, including approximately 207 males and 216 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Ballam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ballam village has 372 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ballam village is about 57.45%, with male literacy at 67.63% and female literacy at 47.69%.
  • There are around 108 households in Ballam village.

Connectivity of Ballam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ballam. As per the 2011 stats, Ballam 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 Ballam

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

Luyamariya Chhota Dhaidka Bara Dhaidka Karaduba Gandhaniya Asna Kenduaposhi Hullung Banskatiya Budhraysai Ghotiduba

Frequently Asked Questions about Ballam

Where is Ballam located?
Ballam village is situated in Ghatshila Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballam is Karaduba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ballam?
The pincode of Ballam is 832303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ballam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ballam is 423, with 207 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Ballam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ballam village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ballam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ballam is 57.45%. The male literacy rate is 67.63%, while the female literacy rate is 47.69%.