Balat

Balat is a village located in Ranikor subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Ranikor (tehsildar office) and 147km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Balat has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills 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 Balat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balat is 277295. Ranikor is nearest town to Balat village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balat

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 987 501 486
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 149 88 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 525 256 269
Literate Population 674 352 322
Illiterate Population 313 149 164

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

  • The total population of Balat village is around 987, including approximately 501 males and 486 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Balat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balat village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 525 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balat village is about 68.29%, with male literacy at 70.26% and female literacy at 66.26%.
  • There are around 193 households in Balat village.

Connectivity of Balat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balat. As per the 2011 stats, Balat 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 Balat

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balat

Where is Balat located?
Balat village is situated in Ranikor Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balat?
The pincode of Balat is 793106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balat is 987, with 501 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Balat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balat village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balat is 68.29%. The male literacy rate is 70.26%, while the female literacy rate is 66.26%.