Balakhad

Balakhad is a village located in Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Chitrangi (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Singrauli. As per 2009 stats, Bichhi is the gram panchayat of Balakhad village.

Balakhad has its own place in the vibrant Singrauli 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 Balakhad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balakhad is 503377. The village spans a total geographical area of 217.75 hectares. Singrauli is nearest town to Balakhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 86km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balakhad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balakhad

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 231 128 103
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 21 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 62 35 27
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 15 8 7
Literate Population 115 79 36
Illiterate Population 116 49 67

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

  • The total population of Balakhad village is around 231, including approximately 128 males and 103 females, with a sex ratio of 804 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Balakhad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balakhad village has 62 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balakhad village is about 49.78%, with male literacy at 61.72% and female literacy at 34.95%.
  • There are around 47 households in Balakhad village.

Connectivity of Balakhad

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balakhad

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Balakhad

Where is Balakhad located?
Balakhad village is situated in Chitrangi Tehsil, within the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balakhad?
The Gram Panchayat of Balakhad is Bichhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balakhad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balakhad is 231, with 128 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Balakhad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balakhad village has a total of 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balakhad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balakhad is 49.78%. The male literacy rate is 61.72%, while the female literacy rate is 34.95%.