Balenja
Balenja is a village located in Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Beltangady (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Balanja is the gram panchayat of Balenja village.
Here you can discover what makes Balenja unique in its vibrant Beltangadi-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Balenja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balenja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balenja is 617633. The village spans a total geographical area of 595.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574217. Beltangady is nearest town to Balenja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Balenja
Population of Balenja
According to the 2011 Census, Balenja has a total population of about 1,456, with approximately 683 males and 773 females. The sex ratio is around 1131 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.73%, with male literacy at about 78.92% and female literacy near 67.27%. There are around 307 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balenja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,456 | 683 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 67 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 539 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 144 | 253 |
Connectivity of Balenja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balenja. As per the 2011 stats, Balenja 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balenja
Knowing the nearby villages of Balenja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balenja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balenja
- Where is Balenja located?
- Balenja village is situated in Beltangadi Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balenja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balenja is Balanja (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balenja?
- The pincode of Balenja is 574217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balenja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balenja is 1,456, with 683 males and 773 females.
- How many households are there in Balenja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balenja village has a total of 307 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balenja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balenja is 72.73%. The male literacy rate is 78.92%, while the female literacy rate is 67.27%.