Balanda
Balanda is a village located in Puruna Katak tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Puruna Katak (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Purunakatak is the gram panchayat of Balanda village.
Balanda 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 Balanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balanda is 418625. The village spans a total geographical area of 215 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762013. Baudhgarh is nearest town to Balanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Balanda
Population of Balanda
Below is a concise population overview of Balanda 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 | 342 | 174 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 140 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 34 | 79 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balanda village:
- The total population of Balanda village is around 342, including approximately 174 males and 168 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Balanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balanda village has 48 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balanda village is about 66.96%, with male literacy at 80.46% and female literacy at 52.98%.
- There are around 91 households in Balanda village.
Connectivity of Balanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balanda. As per the 2011 stats, Balanda 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Balanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balanda
- Where is Balanda located?
- Balanda village is situated in Puruna Katak Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balanda is Purunakatak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balanda?
- The pincode of Balanda is 762013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balanda is 342, with 174 males and 168 females.
- How many households are there in Balanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balanda village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balanda is 66.96%. The male literacy rate is 80.46%, while the female literacy rate is 52.98%.