Balanda
Balanda is a village located in Barkot tehsil of Debagarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Debagarh. As per 2009 stats, Balanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Balanda has its own place in the vibrant Debagarh 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 382864. The village spans a total geographical area of 315 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768110. Debagarh is nearest town to Balanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km 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 | 713 | 360 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 117 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 237 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 123 | 164 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balanda village:
- The total population of Balanda village is around 713, including approximately 360 males and 353 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Balanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balanda village has 223 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 135 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balanda village is about 59.75%, with male literacy at 65.83% and female literacy at 53.54%.
- There are around 191 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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 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 Barkot Tehsil, within the Debagarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balanda?
- Balanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balanda?
- The pincode of Balanda is 768110, 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 713, with 360 males and 353 females.
- How many households are there in Balanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balanda village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balanda is 59.75%. The male literacy rate is 65.83%, while the female literacy rate is 53.54%.