Balakira

Balakira is a village located in Baunsuni tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Baunsuni (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Mundipadar is the gram panchayat of Balakira village.

Balakira has its own place in the vibrant Baudh 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 Balakira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balakira is 418252. The village spans a total geographical area of 406 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762015. Baudhgarh is nearest town to Balakira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balakira 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 Kantamal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kandhamal 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 Balakira

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 970 493 477
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 142 72 70
Scheduled Castes (SC) 363 175 188
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 592 371 221
Illiterate Population 378 122 256

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

  • The total population of Balakira village is around 970, including approximately 493 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Balakira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balakira village has 363 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balakira village is about 61.03%, with male literacy at 75.25% and female literacy at 46.33%.
  • There are around 238 households in Balakira village.

Connectivity of Balakira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balakira. As per the 2011 stats, Balakira 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balakira

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

Jadapal Nuapada Pingalabeda Kalapathar Jaloi Gopinathpur Bastampur Sadeipur Badajharkata Juramunda Barhapathar

Frequently Asked Questions about Balakira

Where is Balakira located?
Balakira village is situated in Baunsuni Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balakira?
The Gram Panchayat of Balakira is Mundipadar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balakira?
The pincode of Balakira is 762015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balakira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balakira is 970, with 493 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Balakira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balakira village has a total of 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balakira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balakira is 61.03%. The male literacy rate is 75.25%, while the female literacy rate is 46.33%.