Balau

Balau is a village located in Khurai tehsil of Sagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khurai (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Sagar. As per 2009 stats, Nardha is the gram panchayat of Balau village.

Balau has its own place in the vibrant Sagar 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 Balau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balau is 459918. The village spans a total geographical area of 325.49 hectares. Khurai is nearest town to Balau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Balau

Below is a concise population overview of Balau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 474 258 216
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 44 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 149 83 66
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 287 181 106
Illiterate Population 187 77 110

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balau village:

  • The total population of Balau village is around 474, including approximately 258 males and 216 females, with a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Balau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balau village has 149 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balau village is about 60.55%, with male literacy at 70.16% and female literacy at 49.07%.
  • There are around 125 households in Balau village.

Connectivity of Balau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balau. As per the 2011 stats, Balau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balau

Knowing the nearby villages of Balau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balau.

Bachhu Pali Chainpura Balop Dharampur Nardha Parasari Barkhera Gadoli Dhirj Kalan Gadoli Dhirj Khurd Barkhedi Pithariya

Frequently Asked Questions about Balau

Where is Balau located?
Balau village is situated in Khurai Tehsil, within the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balau?
The Gram Panchayat of Balau is Nardha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balau is 474, with 258 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Balau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balau village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balau is 60.55%. The male literacy rate is 70.16%, while the female literacy rate is 49.07%.