Balandia - Hat Gamharia, West Singhbhum
Balandia is a village situated in the Hat Gamharia subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Hat Gamharia and around 36 km from Chaibasa. Sindrigouri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balandia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balandia is 378005. The village covers a total geographical area of 699 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode.
Balandia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balandia
As per Census 2011, Balandia village has a total population of 1,860 people, consisting of 956 males and 904 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 676 literate and 1,184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,512 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balandia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,860 | 956 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 180 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,512 | 763 | 749 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 431 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,184 | 525 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Balandia
Balandia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balandia
Balandia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balandia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Balandia is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balandia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balandia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balandia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balandia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balandia
Where is Balandia located?
Balandia village is located in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balandia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balandia is Sindrigouri.
What is the pincode of Balandia?
The pincode of Balandia is 833214.
What is the population of Balandia?
Balandia has a total population of 1,860, including 956 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Balandia?
There are 410 households in Balandia.
What is the literacy rate in Balandia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balandia is 36.34%. Male literacy is 45.08% and female literacy is 27.10%.