Balanta
Balanta is a village located in Bhadrak Rural tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadrak Rural (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Jagadalpur is the gram panchayat of Balanta village.
Balanta has its own place in the vibrant Bhadrak 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 Balanta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balanta is 394758. The village spans a total geographical area of 128 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756111. Bhadrak is nearest town to Balanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Balanta
Below is a concise population overview of Balanta 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 | 747 | 399 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 359 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 40 | 35 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balanta village:
- The total population of Balanta village is around 747, including approximately 399 males and 348 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Balanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balanta village has 94 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balanta village is about 89.96%, with male literacy at 89.97% and female literacy at 89.94%.
- There are around 162 households in Balanta village.
Connectivity of Balanta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balanta. As per the 2011 stats, Balanta 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 Balanta
Knowing the nearby villages of Balanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balanta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balanta
- Where is Balanta located?
- Balanta village is situated in Bhadrak Rural Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balanta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balanta is Jagadalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balanta?
- The pincode of Balanta is 756111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balanta is 747, with 399 males and 348 females.
- How many households are there in Balanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balanta village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balanta is 89.96%. The male literacy rate is 89.97%, while the female literacy rate is 89.94%.