Balakot
Balakot is a village located in Damoh tehsil of Damoh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from Damoh, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balakot village. As per 2009 stats, Balakot village is also a gram panchayat.
Balakot has its own place in the vibrant Damoh 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 Balakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balakot is 462318. The village spans a total geographical area of 1737.93 hectares. Damoh is nearest town to Balakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
As per 2019 stats, Balakot village comes under Damoh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Balakot
Population of Balakot
Below is a concise population overview of Balakot 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 | 2,910 | 1,552 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 240 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 220 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 216 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 1,649 | 1,034 | 615 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,261 | 518 | 743 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balakot village:
- The total population of Balakot village is around 2,910, including approximately 1,552 males and 1,358 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 469 children aged 0–6 years in Balakot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balakot village has 408 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 409 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balakot village is about 56.67%, with male literacy at 66.62% and female literacy at 45.29%.
- There are around 642 households in Balakot village.
Connectivity of Balakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balakot. As per the 2011 stats, Balakot 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Balakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balakot
- Where is Balakot located?
- Balakot village is situated in Damoh Tehsil, within the Damoh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balakot?
- Balakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Balakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balakot is 2,910, with 1,552 males and 1,358 females.
- How many households are there in Balakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balakot village has a total of 642 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balakot is 56.67%. The male literacy rate is 66.62%, while the female literacy rate is 45.29%.