Balijhati
Balijhati is a village located in Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bhuban (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Gada Nrusingha Prasad is the gram panchayat of Balijhati village.
Balijhati has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Balijhati
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balijhati is 402557. The village spans a total geographical area of 220 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759017. Bhuban is nearest town to Balijhati village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balijhati 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 Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal 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 Balijhati
Below is a concise population overview of Balijhati 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 | 569 | 284 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 239 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 45 | 36 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balijhati village:
- The total population of Balijhati village is around 569, including approximately 284 males and 285 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Balijhati village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balijhati village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 131 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balijhati village is about 85.76%, with male literacy at 84.15% and female literacy at 87.37%.
- There are around 121 households in Balijhati village.
Connectivity of Balijhati
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balijhati. As per the 2011 stats, Balijhati 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Balijhati
Knowing the nearby villages of Balijhati helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balijhati.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balijhati
- Where is Balijhati located?
- Balijhati village is situated in Bhuban Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balijhati?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balijhati is Gada Nrusingha Prasad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balijhati?
- The pincode of Balijhati is 759017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balijhati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balijhati is 569, with 284 males and 285 females.
- How many households are there in Balijhati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balijhati village has a total of 121 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balijhati as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balijhati is 85.76%. The male literacy rate is 84.15%, while the female literacy rate is 87.37%.