Balkal
About Balkal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balkal village is 621142. Balkal village is located in Shahpur taluka of Yadgir district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpur (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Yadgir. As per 2009 stats, Chatnalli is the gram panchayat of Balkal village.
The total geographical area of village is 519.44 hectares. Balkal has a total population of 948 peoples, out of which male population is 477 while female population is 471. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 987 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balkal village is 34.28% out of which 38.78% males and 29.72% females are literate. There are about 166 houses in balkal village. Pincode of balkal village locality is 585319.
When it comes to administration, Balkal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balkal village comes under Yadgir Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raichur Lok Sabha constituency. Yadgir is nearest town to balkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Balkal
The population details of Balkal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 477 | 471 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 259 | 136 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 325 | 185 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 292 | 331 |
Connectivity of Balkal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balkal
Where is Balkal located?
Balkal village is situated in Shahpur Taluka, within the Yadgir district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Balkal is Chatnalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balkal?
The pincode of Balkal is 585319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkal is 948, with 477 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Balkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balkal village has a total of 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkal is 34.28%. The male literacy rate is 38.78%, while the female literacy rate is 29.72%.