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.
Balenja has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada 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 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.
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Population of Balenja
Below is a concise population overview of Balenja 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 | 1,456 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balenja village:
- The total population of Balenja village is around 1,456, including approximately 683 males and 773 females, with a sex ratio of 1131 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Balenja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balenja village has 100 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balenja village is about 72.73%, with male literacy at 78.92% and female literacy at 67.27%.
- There are around 307 households in Balenja village.
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%.