Balkaura
About Balkaura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balkaura village is 457650. Balkaura village is located in Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chandla (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Balkaura village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 386.4 hectares. Balkaura has a total population of 1,953 peoples, out of which male population is 1,073 while female population is 880. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 820 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balkaura village is 54.63% out of which 64.12% males and 43.07% females are literate. There are about 437 houses in balkaura village.
When it comes to administration, Balkaura 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, Balkaura village comes under Chandla Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency. Chandla is nearest town to balkaura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Balkaura
The population details of Balkaura 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 | 1,953 | 1,073 | 880 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 318 | 192 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 355 | 198 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 688 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 886 | 385 | 501 |
Connectivity of Balkaura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balkaura
Where is Balkaura located?
Balkaura village is situated in Chandla Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkaura?
Balkaura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Balkaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkaura is 1,953, with 1,073 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Balkaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balkaura village has a total of 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkaura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkaura is 54.63%. The male literacy rate is 64.12%, while the female literacy rate is 43.07%.