Balada
Balada is a village located in Gobindpur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Postal is the gram panchayat of Balada village.
Here you can discover what makes Balada unique in its vibrant Gobindpur-Cuttack region. You’ll see Balada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balada is 400212. The village spans a total geographical area of 143 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754018. Cuttack is nearest town to Balada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Balada
Population of Balada
According to the 2011 Census, Balada has a total population of about 660, with approximately 335 males and 325 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.24%, with male literacy at about 87.76% and female literacy near 80.62%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 335 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 556 | 294 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 41 | 63 |
Connectivity of Balada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balada. As per the 2011 stats, Balada 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 Balada
Knowing the nearby villages of Balada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balada
- Where is Balada located?
- Balada village is situated in Gobindpur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balada is Postal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balada?
- The pincode of Balada is 754018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balada is 660, with 335 males and 325 females.
- How many households are there in Balada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balada village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balada is 84.24%. The male literacy rate is 87.76%, while the female literacy rate is 80.62%.